TfL - mixed progress on segregated cycling

Recent schemes bought forward by TfL have shown mixed progress on segregated cycling. While some schemes have failed to meet expectations, the new superhighways proposals are a big step forward and show the message is starting to get through.

This is our opportunity to keep up the pressure and ensure safe cycling is included in every scheme.

Segregated cycling is the number one issue our supporters care about, so please support the new superhighways (if you haven't already). But with some business lobby groups briefing against the proposals, we need to show cycling is good for business. Please also support a new initiative by asking your employer to show their support.

A summary of recent TfL schemes:

The GOOD

• The recent proposals for North-South and East-West cycle superhighways right through the centre of London are a major step forward. 
• Their plan for the Oval was described as 'fantastic'.
• TfL proposed a largely segregated route for CS5 south of the river.

These schemes show TfL are willing to make space for cycling & propose segregated lanes suitable for everyone on roads which are currently dangerous & intimidating.

The BAD

• Their Elephant & Castle (Northern roundabout) received criticism for half measures when it turned out they hadn't followed through on segregation, creating designed-in conflict which is inherently very dangerous for cyclists. 
• Their plan for Kings Cross was not good enough and failed to protect cyclists.

While at Elephant and Castle some attempt has been made, these schemes show that TfL still have problems following through promises to provide safe cycling.

The FUTURE

TfL are showing signs of change. We need to keep pushing to make sure we get safe and segregated cycling. Although members of the public have been supporting the new superhighways, big business groups have been opposing.

So please support a new campaign to set the record straight and ask your employer to take part.