Residents in a north London neighborhood are sharply divided over a low traffic scheme proposed by Brent Council. The trial aims to reduce rush-hour congestion but has lacked community support and consultation, leading to a sense of distrust in local governance. Initiated during the pandemic, this scheme follows earlier contentious proposals that faced backlash from a large petition. Despite some residents welcoming the traffic restrictions, others argue it merely shifts the burden to adjacent streets, intensifying the community divide. The implementation of Experimental Traffic Orders has sparked even more discord, culminating in a stark polarization among the residents.
The ongoing conflict over low traffic schemes in north London's Queen's Park highlights deep community divisions, exacerbated by perceived conflicts of interest and lack of public consultation.
Residents of impacted streets support the scheme to curb traffic and prevent it from becoming a 'rat-run,' while opponents argue it merely shifts the issue to nearby roads.
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