proposed 24-hour bus lane on Romford Road
A petition raising concerns about the proposed 24-hour bus lane on Romford Road was presented to Newham Council in November 2026.
In November 2026, a petition with over 1,400 signatures was presented to Newham Council, expressing concerns about a proposed 24-hour bus lane on Romford Road. Residents who signed the petition highlighted the potential for increased traffic congestion and disruption, stating that the combined effect of various traffic schemes already causes 'daily mayhem'.
The petition specifically raised concerns about the impact of the proposed round-the-clock bus lane, with residents describing existing chaos from traffic congestion, cycle lanes, and road narrowing. Councillor Olly Roman, who presented the petition, noted that residents are not against bus lanes themselves, but are worried about the overall effect on Romford Road.
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