Traffic Congestion
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
- A zebra crossing was recommended for New Malden’s Fountain Roundabout in Kingston upon Thames in November 2026. Source
- Residents of Dalkeith Grove, Harrow, raised concerns about school traffic congestion and parking issues in October 2026. Source
- A motion for a dedicated roadworks officer to tackle traffic delays was defeated by Kingston Council in October 2026. Source
- Lambeth Council granted a licence for an Amazon distribution hub in September 2026 despite resident objections regarding increased traffic. Source
- 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.