414 bus route in south London to be axed despite hundreds of objections
Briefly

Transport for London (TfL) has confirmed the withdrawal of bus route 414 from Saturday, February 22, 2025, following a consultation that garnered 914 responses, with a majority opposing the changes. Respondents raised concerns about potential overcrowding on the remaining routes after merging route 414 with route 14, which operates in the same areas. Stakeholders pointed out the negative impact on access to hospitals and the challenges faced by vulnerable and disabled passengers. Hammersmith and Fulham Council also objected to the changes. TfL recommends using routes 14 and 74 as alternatives, with increased frequencies implemented to accommodate affected passengers.
TfL's decision to withdraw bus route 414 follows feedback from a consultation, with concerns raised about overcrowding and accessibility for users needing access to hospitals.
The public consultation revealed significant opposition to the merger of routes 14 and 414, with many fearing negative impacts including overcrowding and accessibility issues for vulnerable passengers.
Hammersmith and Fulham Council voiced their objections, emphasizing the adverse effects the cancellation of route 414 would have on vulnerable and disabled individuals.
From February 22, 2025, passengers are advised to use routes 14 and 74, which will see frequency adjustments to accommodate the loss of route 414.
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