The Royal Borough of Greenwich is asking residents, businesses and community groups to share feedback on its draft transport strategy, which aims to help improve safety, efficiency and sustainability.
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TfL and Government agree £1.4bn funding deal
Following weeks of negotiation, Transport for London and the Government have agreed a deal which will see TfL receive ‘base funding’ of around £1.4bn to cover the period until March 2024.
Time to gear up for Cycle to School Week
This year’s Cycle to School Week will take place in October, looking to demonstrate the physical, financial and environmental benefits of pedal power.
Haringey set for ‘safer, cleaner and quieter’ residential roads
Haringey Council hopes the introduction of its first low-traffic neighbourhoods (LTNs) will lead to a reduction in pollution, speeding and road traffic collisions.
Loan bikes give opportunities for people seeking asylum
People seeking asylum in East London are being provided with access to bikes, as well as training, in order to help widen access to essential services.
E-bikes to help Santander Cycles go from strength to strength
A fleet of 500 e-bikes will be added to the Santander Cycles scheme next month, in a bid to broaden its appeal.
Put road safety on the agenda before the new school year
With the new school year just a few weeks away, the London Road Safety Council (LRSC) is pointing parents and carers towards its jungle-themed resource for educating children about road safety.
Lewisham to prioritise cleaner transport in bid to improve air quality
Lewisham Council has pledged to introduce more School Streets as part of efforts to improve the borough’s air quality over the next five years.
Westminster moves to end dockless bike ‘free-for-all’
Westminster City Council is taking a stand against “nuisance” dockless bikes by seizing those left dumped across its roads and pavements.
All motorcycles should be ‘fully exempt’ from ULEZ charges
TfL is being urged to ditch plans to continue charging motorcyclists for riding in the Capital’s ultra-low emission zone (ULEZ), regardless of whether it is expanded.