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Bus priority schemes

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Barnet Council is investing £3.7 million in bus priority schemes to improve journey times and reliability across the borough.

Barnet Council approved a £3.7 million investment in bus priority schemes in January 2026, funded by Transport for London. This forms part of a wider £97 million programme for roads and pavements, aiming to enhance highways for all users. The decision was made following a motion passed by the Council.

Bus priority schemes are measures implemented to give buses priority on roads, often to improve journey times and reliability. The investment aims to contribute to these improvements within Barnet, alongside other road safety and cycle infrastructure projects. No specific upcoming discussions on these schemes are currently scheduled.

Key facts

  1. Barnet Council approved £3.7 million for bus priority schemes in January 2026. Source
  2. The funding for bus priority schemes is provided by Transport for London. Source
  3. This investment is part of Barnet Council's £97 million programme for roads and pavements. Source
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