A group of residents who claim they were 'a pawn in'Sadiq Khan"The anti-car game" successfully defeated a £1 millionLondo...
A group of residents who claim they were 'a pawn in'Sadiq Khan"The anti-car game" successfully defeated a £1 millionLondonbus lane following only three months.
The lane, launched on Regent’s Park Road in Finchley, north London, in August, required drivers to move directly into opposing traffic to overtake
It was anticipated that the bus lane would accelerate travel times by providing vehicles with separate areas on the road.
However, locals stated that two small incidents had already taken place, and a significant one was 'bound to occur'.
Jonathan Barr, who has resided and been employed in the region for four decades, stated to Articlepedia Today: 'They showed no concern for us. The Mayor of London aims to extend bus routes to 25km, yet they disregard the specific paths they take.'
Barnet Council received £1 million to set up the lane, which is now being referred to as a 'massive waste of funds'.
The council mentioned that they had only used one-third of the funds, as only the first phase of the bus lane had been finished.
But it remains uncertain how the other two-thirds will be allocated—and how it will be spent now.
There was minimal discussion
Residents state that the council's preliminary consultation regarding the installation of the lane was 'extremely restricted,' reaching out to just 500 households.
The bus lane has been extended as part of the Mayor of London's 25×25 bus priority initiative, aimed at establishing 25 kilometers of additional bus lanes by the end of the year.
Jonathan stated, "What truly angered people was the manner in which it was implemented without proper notification. I definitely wasn't informed about the plans until after everything had been approved."
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The new lane forced drivers to travel on the incorrect side of the road in order to accommodate the buses.
Parking and deliveries also turned into 'impossible' tasks because of the increased width of the new markings.
Jonathan remarked, "You couldn't even open your car door without almost colliding with oncoming traffic."
We initiated a very courteous demonstration
Residents united to remove the lane, and managed to do so remarkably fast despite the complicated official procedures.
Simon Brockwood, who played a key role in the campaign, said to Articlepedia Today, "They were attempting to push through something that was clearly against cars, and not merely in favor of buses."
There were no arrangements for parking or deliveries. This caused many individuals to become upset.
Approximately 500 residents formed a group to start a campaign aimed at eliminating the lane.
Approximately 1,700 individuals signed a petition requesting its removal, while others continuously contacted the council, Transport for London, and sought assistance from councillors and their Member of Parliament.
The original road markings are scheduled to be put back in place next week.
Barnet Council has also stated that the project will not proceed.
MP Sarah Sackman stated, "Road safety is essential and should not be overlooked."
That's why, when residents reached out with their worries, I contacted the Council and spoke with the Deputy Mayor of London for Transport.
They listened, they arrived, and now they have taken action. It is a reflection of the community and the Council that they were able toworkjointly arrive at the optimal decision – prioritizing safety above all.
Barnet Council stated, "While £1 million was set aside for this project by TfL, only the initial phase had been carried out, meaning approximately one-third of that amount has been utilized."
We will collaborate with TfL and local residents to make sure that the money given to Barnet is used to enhance the journey for bus passengers and other road users.
Transport for London stated: 'Bus lanes are essential in helping Londoners move around using one of the city's most cost-effective and easy-to-access transportation options.'
They contribute to enhancing bus travel times and dependability, and offer advantages for others, such as taxi users and cyclists.
We are currently engaging with Barnet Council, the responsible highway authority, regarding the lane on Regent’s Park Road and will share an update at a later date.
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