Issue

Cycling Infrastructure

30 stories · discussed at 192 council meetings · 32 councils

Councils are progressing new cycling infrastructure schemes while addressing concerns about existing transport changes.

Hammersmith and Fulham Council's Cabinet agreed in October 2026 to support Transport for London's (TfL) Permanent Cycleway 9 (C9) scheme on Hammersmith Road, with TfL funding and delivering the £20 million project. Separately, Newham Council approved a road safety and cycling scheme for Romford Road in August 2026, which includes new segregated cycle facilities following a statutory consultation period.

Meanwhile, Wandsworth Council's Transport Overview and Scrutiny Committee discussed in September 2026 concerns about the cumulative impact of various transport schemes on areas like Putney High Street. Councillor Nick Austin, Cabinet Member for Transport, acknowledged these concerns, stating officers are considering the overall effect of these changes.

Looking ahead, the Traffic and Road Safety Advisory Panel in Harrow is scheduled to meet in October 2026, where cycling infrastructure is expected to be on the agenda. Cycling infrastructure encompasses facilities such as bike lanes and paths, designed to support and encourage cycling within the boroughs.

Key facts

  1. Hammersmith and Fulham Council's Cabinet agreed to support TfL's Permanent Cycleway 9 scheme on Hammersmith Road on October 12, 2026. Source
  2. TfL will fund and deliver the Cycleway 9 project, representing an investment of approximately £20 million. Source
  3. Wandsworth Council's Transport Overview and Scrutiny Committee discussed concerns about transport schemes on September 24, 2026. Source
  4. Newham Council approved the Romford Road Public Realm Improvement Scheme, including segregated cycle facilities, on August 5, 2026. Source
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This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on, with background from Wikipedia. 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 16 October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.

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