Issue

Traffic Congestion

57 stories · discussed at 250 council meetings · 33 councils

Councils are addressing traffic congestion through road safety improvements, managing development impacts, and responding to resident concerns about school traffic and parking.

In November 2026, a zebra crossing was recommended for New Malden’s Fountain Roundabout in Kingston upon Thames following 25 casualties between 2020 and 2024. Harrow residents voiced urgent concerns in October 2026 over severe traffic congestion and safety risks from school pick-up and drop-off times in Dalkeith Grove. Also in October 2026, Kingston Council defeated a motion for a dedicated officer to tackle roadworks and traffic delays, citing existing measures and a forthcoming lane rental scheme.

Lambeth Council granted a licence for an Amazon distribution hub in September 2026 despite resident objections about potential increases in traffic and congestion on Hamilton Road. In October 2026, Harrow Council approved a new teaching facility for John Lyon School, considering its potential impact on traffic. Brent Council also granted planning permission in August 2026 for 108 new homes in Wembley Centre, despite concerns about insufficient parking potentially leading to congestion.

A trial scheme to restrict traffic outside Robin Hood Primary School in Kingston upon Thames began in September 2026 to improve air quality and road safety. Haringey Council approved changes to bus routes in July 2026 to serve the new Heartlands development, which will provide approximately 2,000 new homes. Tower Hamlets Council's Cabinet approved revised parking fees in July 2026, aimed at managing demand.

Key facts

  1. A zebra crossing was recommended for New Malden’s Fountain Roundabout in Kingston upon Thames in November 2026. Source
  2. Residents of Dalkeith Grove, Harrow, raised concerns about school traffic congestion and parking issues in October 2026. Source
  3. A motion for a dedicated roadworks officer to tackle traffic delays was defeated by Kingston Council in October 2026. Source
  4. Lambeth Council granted a licence for an Amazon distribution hub in September 2026 despite resident objections regarding increased traffic. Source
  5. Haringey Council approved bus route changes in July 2026 to serve the new Heartlands development. Source 1 Source 2
About this summary

This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on, with background from Wikipedia. It describes what councils have discussed and decided; it does not take a view on any decision. Each key fact links to the story it comes from. Updated 9 November 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.

Stories, page 5

  1. Warwick Avenue Scheme Faces Scrutiny Over Rat Risk and Rough Sleeper Concerns Concerns over the potential for a new public realm scheme in Warwick Avenue to exacerbate existing problems with rats and rodents, as well as attract more rough sleepers, were... Westminster 24 April 2026
  2. Warwick Avenue public realm scheme cost rises to £3m The cost of Westminster City Council's Warwick Avenue public realm scheme has risen to £3 million, a significant increase from previous estimates. The Housing and Regeneration... Westminster 24 April 2026
  3. Newnham Avenue traffic management to be further investigated following resident petition Hillingdon Council's Cabinet Member for Planning, Housing & Growth, Councillor Steve Tuckwell, has agreed to further investigate traffic management measures for Newnham Avenue... Hillingdon 21 April 2026
  4. Civic Centre FF&E contracts awarded Haringey Council has awarded contracts for fixtures, fittings, and equipment (FF&E) for its new Civic Centre, a key step in the project to establish the council's new... Haringey 31 March 2026
  5. Canary Wharf school hours change refused by councillors due to congestion and amenity concerns Councillors in Tower Hamlets have refused a bid to alter the teaching hours at Canary Wharf College Glenworth Primary School, citing concerns over significant planning impacts. Tower Hamlets 28 March 2026
  6. Mudchute Farm lease renewed for 30 years Tower Hamlets Council's Cabinet has approved a 30-year lease renewal for Mudchute Farm and Park, securing the long-term future of the popular city farm. The decision, made... Tower Hamlets 26 March 2026
  7. Havering Council to investigate speeding in St Albans Ward following resident petition Havering Council has pledged to investigate concerns raised by residents regarding speeding in St Albans Ward, following a petition presented by Councillor Jane Keane during a... Havering 20 March 2026
  8. Ealing Council Allocates £7.4m for Transport and Highways Projects Ealing Council has allocated a budget of £7.409 million for its Transport and Highways Programme for the upcoming year 2026/27. This funding will be sourced from a combination... Ealing 17 March 2026