Protesters Demand Data on Greenwich's Low Traffic Neighbourhoods

0:00On March 5, protesters gathered outside a Greenwich Council meeting to demand the release of full data from a consultation on controversial low, traffic neighborhood schemes. The council recently rejected a final push to scrap the programs in West and East Greenwich, which limit through traffic during peak commuting hours. Council officials stand by the schemes, pointing to independent data showing traffic drops of up to 66% inside the zones and air quality. They highlight 15 public meetings and adjustments made based on resident feedback as proof of thorough engagement. Residents on boundary roads, like those in Charlton, complain that traffic has shifted there, turning quiet streets into busy rat runs and worsening. Local air quality. Critics argue the changes favor wealthier neighborhoods while burdening poorer ones acclaim the council disputes. A group called Clear, opposing the schemes, sent an open letter to the council's chief executive after their call in request failed.

1:01They claim the consultation overlooked key road impacts and that 80% of locals oppose the plans, urging more transparency ahead of May. Elections. Meanwhile, the council insists the process was lawful and effective with positive early results on safety and pollution. The debate continues as both sides push for solutions that work burrow wide.