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The council finally agreed to close the entrance of Rivington Street to through traffic. I am so relieved our streets will finally be safe for everyone who loves this neighborhood. We should enjoy this win but I will be keeping a close eye on the implementation to ensure it stays …

July 1, 2012

Part Pedestrianise Rivington Street

Part Pedestrianise Rivington Street

🏆 Won — 113 supporters Verified

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Started by Anonymous 14 years, 2 months ago
Want to enjoy one of the best streets in Shoreditch, without the fear of being ran over? So do we. Hackney council have just invested over £100k in laying beautiful granite slabs and sets to enhance this part of Shoreditch. We would like it to remain beautiful for all users of this area. In order to do that we would like to see Hackney Council make the entrance of Rivington Street, from Curtain Road pedestrianised/open to cycle traffic and closed to vehicular traffic. Locals and regulars alike will know that this road is primarily used as a short cut through to Shoreditch High Street by drivers seeking to avoid the Curtain Road/Old Street traffic lights. If we can get approval for Rivington Street to be part pedestrianised we can maintain the beautiful aesthetics of the new street works. Also, we can ensure that users of the area can enjoy great venues like The Diner, Fix 126, Callooh Callay, Franco's, Artword Bookshop, The Comedy Cafe, Bedroom Bar, Cargo and Dragon Bar. Please sign this petition to show your support!

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June 6, 2012

Seeing this momentum grow reminds me how many of us are tired of watching cars speed past our favorite local spots. I spend every day walking these slabs and it is time we reclaim the space for the people who actually call this neighborhood home.

Reached 100 supporters

June 6, 2012

6 Comments

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Lucy Navarro
14 years ago Featured

Such a cool spot but the cars ruin the vibe completely. keep it pedestrian only.

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Dave Spencer
14 years ago Featured

Sick of dodging cars while walking to the pub. Do it council!

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Elena Verma
14 years ago Featured

PLEASE!! SO DANGEROUS WALKING HERE ON A WEEKEND NIGHT.

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Tom Meyer
14 years ago Featured

Stop the rat run. We paid for the nice paving now lets keep it nice instead of trashing it with taxis and vans.

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Mark Griffin
14 years ago Featured

About time. That shortcuts a nightmare for anyone actually trying to enjoy the area.

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Sarah Harris
14 years ago Featured

Rivington street is lovely now but way too busy with cars cutting through. needs to be for people not traffic.

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