bus priority improvements
Richmond Council has refused to support bus priority improvements for the Superloop SL7 route unless Transport for London adds an additional stop in the borough.
In November 2026, Richmond Council's Transport and Air Quality Committee voted against bus priority improvements for the Superloop SL7 route. The council stated it would only back the upgrades if Transport for London added another bus stop in the borough. Councillors highlighted that the SL7 currently travels five miles without stopping in Richmond, which is the longest gap on the route.
This decision was made due to concerns that the existing single stop in Teddington leaves residents, particularly in the Hamptons, with poor access to public transport. Bus priority improvements are measures designed to give buses priority on the road network, such as dedicated lanes or signal priority, aiming to improve service efficiency.
Key facts
- Richmond Council's Transport and Air Quality Committee voted against bus priority improvements for the Superloop SL7 route in November 2026. Source
- The council will only support the SL7 bus upgrades if Transport for London adds an additional stop in the borough. Source
- The Superloop SL7 route currently travels five miles in Richmond borough without stopping, between Teddington and Hatton Cross. Source
- This five-mile gap is the longest between stops anywhere on the Superloop SL7 route. Source
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This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on. 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 10 November 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.