congestion
Councils are implementing new traffic management schemes and addressing localised congestion, particularly around schools and events.
Wandsworth Council's Cabinet approved a lane rental scheme in October 2026 to reduce traffic disruption and congestion from street works, with stakeholder and statutory consultation commencing shortly. In Southwark, the Lower Road Cycleway Phase 1 was made permanent in October 2026, but councillors scrutinised ongoing congestion and bus journey times, noting an unidentified funding gap for Phase 2 which aims to address these issues. Bexley Council endorsed a sustainable transport strategy in March 2026 to reduce congestion and improve air quality.
Councils are also addressing localised congestion. Tower Hamlets Council refused a school hours change in October 2026 due to concerns about congestion and safety. Hillingdon Council agreed in April 2026 to commission traffic surveys for Clifton Gardens following resident concerns about congestion during school times. Kensington and Chelsea Council's Licensing Sub-Committee refused several Temporary Event Notices for alcohol sales and sound systems during the Notting Hill Carnival in August 2026 and July 2025, citing public safety and congestion.
Key facts
- Wandsworth Council's Cabinet approved a lane rental scheme in October 2026. Source
- Tower Hamlets Council's Development Committee refused a school hours change in October 2026. Source
- Southwark Council officially made the Lower Road Cycleway 4 scheme permanent in October 2026. Source 1 Source 2 Source 3
- Greenwich Council backed a scheme in September 2026 to provide children with £150 active travel vouchers. Source
- Kensington and Chelsea's Licensing Sub-Committee refused a TEN for alcohol sales at 5-7 Oxford Gardens in August 2026. Source
About this summary
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 14 October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.