Dangerous junctions put people off walking and cycling, and Transport for London (TfL) has committed to improving safety.
Research has found that people who live in Outer London tend to walk less than those who live in Inner London. Public transport coverage is lower and car ownership is higher in Outer London, with cars making up a larger share of journeys.
- What would encourage people to walk and cycle more in Outer London?
- Have the needs of pedestrians come into conflict with the needs of cyclists at junctions?
- How can we support the needs of those with disabilities and visual impairments?
Tomorrow, Assembly Members plan to visit the Walthamstow Mini Holland. The visit is part of Caroline Russell AM’s proposed rapporteurship for the Transport Committee, looking at walking and cycling infrastructure at Outer London junctions.
Members will be taken on a tour of the improved area to see examples of the impact of recent investment in walking and cycling infrastructure.
Guests will include:
- Will Norman, Walking and Cycling Commissioner
- Jessica Ellery, Borough Cycling Programme Manager, TfL
- Simon Munk, Infrastructure Campaigner, LCC
- Paul Gasson, Liaison Officer, Waltham Forest Cycling Campaign
- Susan Bailey, Local Campaigner
- Cllr Clyde Loakes, Waltham Forest Council
- Mark Bland, Mini Holland Programme Manager, Waltham Forest Council
- Chris Proctor, Principal Engineer, Waltham Forest Council
- Caroline Russell AM and Members of the Transport Committee
MEDIA ARE INVITED TO ATTEND
Location: Walthamstow Mini Holland
Time: 10:00am-11:30am
Nearest station: Walthamstow Central
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Notes to editors
- Caroline Russell AM, Member of the Transport Committee, is available for interview – see contact details below.
- London Assembly Transport Committee.
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