Harrow makes changes to improve Streetspace programme
Harrow Council has made ‘immediate improvements’ to schemes introduced as part of the Streetspace programme, after access issues were raised by the London Fire Brigade.
TfL invests in 2,000 new cycle parking spaces
TfL has awarded funding of more than £1m to create 2,000 new cycle parking spaces across the Capital.
TfL launches new Vision Zero Dashboard
TfL has unveiled a new online data platform, which it says presents collision data in a more accessible and easier to interpret format.
2020 a record year for Santander Cycle scheme
TfL has praised the Santander Cycle scheme for playing a ‘crucial role’ in keeping London moving during the Covid-19 pandemic, with the number of new registrations rising by 157% in 2020.
‘Major boost’ for London’s cycling network
Two new temporary cycle lanes, totalling almost 5.5km, have been opened as part of TfL’s Streetspace programme.
Two new School Streets launch in Hackney
Hackney Council has launched two new School Streets, to help children walk and cycle and improve road safety at the school gates.
Funding to make walking and cycling ‘more accessible for all’
Grants of up to £10,000 have been made available to 68 community projects across London to deliver programmes that address barriers to active travel among traditionally underrepresented groups.
Injury risk ‘significantly higher’ when driving for work
A third of road deaths and a fifth of serious injuries are sustained in collisions involving a ‘working’ driver or rider, according to new research by University College London (UCL).
Make deprivation an indicator for road casualties – LRSC
The London Road Safety Council is to meet with TfL later this month, to discuss making deprivation an indicator for road casualties.
Met issues festive drink and drug drive warning
Ahead of the festive period, the Met Police is stepping up efforts to detect and arrest those who drive under the influence of alcohol and drugs.