congestion
Councils are implementing new road schemes and infrastructure projects, alongside reviewing parking and school hours, to manage traffic congestion.
Councils are implementing and planning various measures to manage traffic flow and address school-related congestion. Haringey Council's Cabinet Member for Climate Action and Transport approved a Red Route on A105 High Road Wood Green in October 2026 to improve traffic flow. Wandsworth Council's Cabinet also approved a lane rental scheme in October 2026 to reduce disruption from street works. Harrow Council's Traffic and Road Safety Advisory Panel is reviewing parking restrictions on Dalkeith Grove in October 2026 due to severe school traffic congestion.
Tower Hamlets Council's Development Committee refused a school hours change for Canary Wharf College Glenworth in October 2026, citing congestion fears. Southwark Council made the Lower Road Cycleway Phase 1 permanent in October 2026, though Phase 2, aimed at tackling congestion, faces a funding gap. Bexley Council is continuing lobbying efforts in October 2026 to secure the extension of the DLR to Belvedere to reduce congestion. Lewisham station upgrades, including gateline relocation to ease congestion, are planned for early 2026.
Key facts
- Haringey Council's Cabinet Member for Climate Action and Transport approved a Red Route on A105 High Road Wood Green on 13 October 2026. Source
- Wandsworth Council's Cabinet approved a lane rental scheme in October 2026 to charge for street works on traffic-sensitive roads during peak periods. Source
- Tower Hamlets Council's Development Committee unanimously refused a school hours change for Canary Wharf College Glenworth on 09 October 2026 due to congestion concerns. Source
- Southwark Council made the Lower Road Cycleway 4 scheme permanent in October 2026, but Phase 2, which aims to tackle congestion, faces an unidentified funding gap. Source
- Hillingdon Council agreed to commission traffic surveys for Clifton Gardens on 15 April 2026 following resident concerns about school traffic congestion. 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 22 October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.