A protest against a new traffic enforcement scheme led to a road closure and significant emergency services response. The Merton Council is trialling an Experimental Traffic Management Order aimed at reducing rat-running through particular junctions. However, recent vandalism and harassment of enforcement officers have been reported, leading to condemnation from the council. This situation jeopardizes public safety and diverts resources needed for community services. The trial allows public consultation for six months, extending potentially to 18 months before a final decision on the traffic measures is made.
The incident has forced the road to close, and a large number of emergency services are at the scene. ... It's embarrassing and illegal.
Merton Council strongly condemns the recent acts of vandalism and violence that have taken place linked to the Experimental Traffic Management Order in Abbey Road.
Damage to public property and enforcement cameras not only hinders the ability to monitor the scheme effectively, it also incurs significant costs.
The trial period allows for six months of public consultation, which could run for up to 18 months in total before a final decision is made.
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