Transport for London (TfL) documents indicate that the multi-million pound refurbishment of the Gallows Corner flyover is scheduled to start in March 2025, pending approval from the Department for Transport (DfT). The project, estimated at £57.3 million, aims to refurbish and strengthen the 1970s flyover, which serves 20,000 vehicles daily along the A127. Constructed as a temporary structure, it has seen many renovations but is at risk of closure without further government financial support.
TfL revealed that the refurbishment design will retain the existing foundations while replacing the old road surface. This approach is favored due to its significantly lower environmental impact, being 30 percent of that associated with a full replacement. The consultancy firm Pell Frischmann is collaborating with engineers from Costain to ensure the design meets modern safety and operational standards, targeting a minimum design life of 60 years for the upgraded structure.
Romford MP Andrew Rosindell criticized the proposed plans as merely a 'sticking plaster solution', arguing they fail to adequately address deeper issues such as traffic congestion and safety concerns on the flyover. His concerns reflect a broader skepticism about whether such renovations will sufficiently modernize infrastructure or simply prolong the life of an aging structure.
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