We call for safer streets in Clerkenwell and Rosebery Avenue by restoring the roads to a layout that keeps traffic moving, makes crossings safer for pedestrians, and puts proper enforcement in place for cyclists who ignore the rules.
Those of us who live and travel through Clerkenwell and Rosebery Avenue are worried about the changes across these roads. The increase in congestion has made journeys slower and more difficult than before. Emergency vehicles are now struggling to get through, and that is a serious concern for everyone who depends on a quick response.
We are also concerned about the oversized cycle lanes. At the top of these roads and Grays Inn Road, the interchange-style cycle lane creates confusion and danger. Cyclists and vehicles are ending up in conflict, with near misses and collisions when red lights are not respected. We support cycling, but the design should work for everyone, not leave people feeling unsafe.
The cycle lane should be made smaller and reintegrated as part of the road so drivers can better see pedestrians waiting to cross, especially at the Clerkenwell Road crossing. Additional signage should be added to ask cyclists to stop at the crossing and allow pedestrians to cross safely. Rumble strips should also be placed on or before the crossings to slow cars and cyclists down.
What we need most is proper enforcement. Existing rules already say cyclists can be fined £50 for jumping a red light, failing to stop at a crossing while a pedestrian is using it, or riding on a footpath. Those rules need to be enforced with a stronger police or enforcement presence on the street. The answer is not just more redesign. It is making sure the rules are actually followed, so our roads can be safer and more orderly for everyone who lives, works, and travels here.
16 Comments
The roads have become more dangerous and unsafe due to the change. Cyclist are always hitting the red light and swerving the bikes even when people are crossing. We need a better crossing system.
Safer for both parents,kids to cross the road for nursery and primary school. I had an accident few years ago because of bike.they didn't stop even on zebra crossing.
Its now very dangerous to try and cross as the cyclists and card fail to stop when they should.The ridclious design local people are having to walk out of there way to cross safer. The school children are gonna get killed as this is the worse set I have ever seen it dissent work for a busy road like this.
The roads have become more dangerous and unsafe due to the change. Cyclist are always hitting the red light and swerving the bikes even when people are crossing. I live on the main road and I now hear a lot more road rage and cars horns since this has been done. Its caused alot more traffic. The Cyclist need to be fined or something as they feel like they own the roads now not even caring for the pedestrians. There's are 2 schools near by amd its not safe for our children.
It's not just the constant dodging cyclists. The noise is now unbearable and endless. Sirens can now be heard from much further away and scream all night long. Horns blare from the now constant traffic. It's become a living hell for us unfortunate souls having to live over Clerkenwell Road. We were never consulted or advised when they were doing overnight works or weekend works. Its unsafe for everyone except cyclists it seems.
Almost getting hit every morning with my children whilst crossing. The cyclist just dont care. It needs to be made safer to cross.
I am a parent that does school runs every morning and afternoon, streets needs to be safer
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We call for safer streets in Clerkenwell and Rosebery Avenue by restoring the roads to a layout that keeps traffic moving, makes crossings safer for pedestrians, and puts proper enforcement in place for cyclists who ignore the rules.
Those of us who live and travel through Clerkenwell and Rosebery Avenue are worried about the changes across these roads. The increase in congestion has made journeys slower and more difficult than before. Emergency vehicles are now struggling to get through, and that is a serious concern for everyone who depends on a quick response.
We are also concerned about the oversized cycle lanes. At the top of these roads and Grays Inn Road, the interchange-style cycle lane creates confusion and danger. Cyclists and vehicles are ending up in conflict, with near misses and collisions when red lights are not respected. We support cycling, but the design should work for everyone, not leave people feeling unsafe.
The cycle lane should be made smaller and reintegrated as part of the road so drivers can better see pedestrians waiting to cross, especially at the Clerkenwell Road crossing. Additional signage should be added to ask cyclists to stop at the crossing and allow pedestrians to cross safely. Rumble strips should also be placed on or before the crossings to slow cars and cyclists down.
What we need most is proper enforcement. Existing rules already say cyclists can be fined £50 for jumping a red light, failing to stop at a crossing while a pedestrian is using it, or riding on a footpath. Those rules need to be enforced with a stronger police or enforcement presence on the street. The answer is not just more redesign. It is making sure the rules are actually followed, so our roads can be safer and more orderly for everyone who lives, works, and travels here.
16 Comments
The new road layout is dangerous!! I have nearly been hit by cars and bikes (who are not using the new cycle lanes). The congestion is worse than ever at busy times- sometimes with the new traffic lights rotation 3 cars can get through on the green. Cyclists are not abiding by the traffic lights and are going when pedestrians have right if way. What will it take for it to be realised the new layout is dangerous? Someone to be hit and killed? A child?
The roads have become more dangerous and unsafe due to the change. Cyclist are always hitting the red light and swerving the bikes even when people are crossing. We need a better crossing system.
Safer for both parents,kids to cross the road for nursery and primary school. I had an accident few years ago because of bike.they didn't stop even on zebra crossing.
Its now very dangerous to try and cross as the cyclists and card fail to stop when they should.The ridclious design local people are having to walk out of there way to cross safer. The school children are gonna get killed as this is the worse set I have ever seen it dissent work for a busy road like this.
The roads have become more dangerous and unsafe due to the change. Cyclist are always hitting the red light and swerving the bikes even when people are crossing. I live on the main road and I now hear a lot more road rage and cars horns since this has been done. Its caused alot more traffic. The Cyclist need to be fined or something as they feel like they own the roads now not even caring for the pedestrians. There's are 2 schools near by amd its not safe for our children.
It's not just the constant dodging cyclists. The noise is now unbearable and endless. Sirens can now be heard from much further away and scream all night long. Horns blare from the now constant traffic. It's become a living hell for us unfortunate souls having to live over Clerkenwell Road. We were never consulted or advised when they were doing overnight works or weekend works. Its unsafe for everyone except cyclists it seems.
Almost getting hit every morning with my children whilst crossing. The cyclist just dont care. It needs to be made safer to cross.
I am a parent that does school runs every morning and afternoon, streets needs to be safer
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The new road layout is dangerous!! I have nearly been hit by cars and bikes (who are not using the new cycle lanes). The congestion is worse than ever at busy times- sometimes with the new traffic lights rotation 3 cars can get through on the green. Cyclists are not abiding by the traffic lights and are going when pedestrians have right if way. What will it take for it to be realised the new layout is dangerous? Someone to be hit and killed? A child?