road narrowing
Newham Council received a petition in November 2026 raising concerns about the combined effect of traffic schemes, including road narrowing, on Romford Road.
In November 2026, Newham Council received a petition signed by over 1,400 people, presented by Councillor Olly Roman. The petition raised significant concerns about a proposed 24-hour bus lane on Romford Road, with residents highlighting the combined effect of various traffic schemes, including road narrowing, on daily life and traffic congestion.
Residents described the "daily mayhem" they already experience due to existing traffic measures, cycle lanes, and road narrowing, which is the reduction in the width of a road. The petition indicated that the concern is not with bus lanes themselves, but with whether Romford Road can still function effectively with the cumulative impact of these changes.
Key facts
- More than 1,400 people signed a petition regarding a proposed 24-hour bus lane on Romford Road. Source
- The petition was presented to Newham Council in November 2026. Source
- The petition raised concerns about the impact of the proposed 24-hour bus lane. Source
- Residents described "daily mayhem" due to traffic congestion, cycle lanes, and road narrowing. Source
- Councillor Olly Roman presented the petition to Newham Council. Source
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