Cycle improvements along Tanner Street/Druid Street
Consultation Report & Responses to Issues Raised December 2018
1 Contents
Executive summary ...... 3 1. About the proposal ...... 3 1.1 Introduction ...... 3 1.2 Purpose ...... 3 1.3 Detailed description ...... 4 2. About the consultation ...... 7 2.1 Purpose ...... 7 2.2 Potential outcomes ...... 7 2.3 Consultation history ...... 7 2.4 Who we consulted ...... 7 2.5 Dates and duration ...... 8 2.6 What we asked ...... 8 2.7 Methods of responding...... 8 2.8 Analysis of consultation responses ...... 8 3. About the respondents ...... 9 3.1 Number of respondents...... 9 3.2 How respondents heard about the consultation ...... 9 3.3 Equality Monitoring ...... 10 4. Summary of all consultation responses ...... 10 4.2 Question: If you have any further comments about our proposals, please write these in the box below ...... 10 4.2 Stakeholder responses ...... 11 5. Conclusion and next steps ...... 13 5.1 Conclusion ...... 13 5.2 Next steps ...... 13 6. Response to the main issues raised ...... 14 Appendix A: Consultation materials ...... 16 Appendix B: Stakeholder list ...... 20
2 Executive summary
This report outlines the consultation we undertook between 28 September and 19 November 2017 on our proposals to deliver cycle improvements along Tanner Street/Druid Street. This report details the responses we received, and identifies how we will respond to issues raised through the consultation process.
1. About the proposal
1.1 Introduction Between 28 September and 19 November 2017 we consulted on proposals to make changes to cycling provision along Tanner Street. The following report presents the outcomes of this consultation and provides detailed responses to the main issues raised, as well as our next steps.
Our consultation sought views on changes to cycling provision on Tanner Street in the London Borough of Southwark. As part of the changes, a segregated two-way cycle track was proposed along the eastern side of Tanner Street to join the proposed Cycle Superhighway Route 4 (CS4) on the northern edge of Jamaica Road.
1.2 Purpose Tanner Street already forms part of Quietway 14, linking Tower Bridge Road to Canada Water. Quietways are a network of cycle routes throughout London, linking major destinations and are especially helpful for those who wish to use quieter, low traffic routes. And included changes for pedestrians, including a new signalised pedestrian crossing on Druid Street and changes to pavements.
Our proposals support the Mayor of London’s Healthy Streets Approach, which is a long-term vision to encourage more Londoners to walk and cycle by making London’s streets healthier, safer and more welcoming.
3 1.3 Detailed description
Our proposals were explained in detail as follows:
4 Changes on Tanner Street/Druid Street
Signalised junction at Tanner Street/Druid Street junction Upgraded traffic signals at the Tanner Street / Druid Street junction. This junction currently prioritises Tanner Street’s one-way south-westbound traffic over traffic from Druid Street. Signalising the junction would allow safer two-way cycle movement between the Tanner Street / Druid Street junction and Jamaica Road. In addition, it would provide a new signalised pedestrian crossing across Druid Street
Cycle-specific traffic lights Low-level cycle-specific traffic lights at the junction to permit cycle movements from:
Tanner Street rail tunnel north to Tanner Street / Jamaica Road Druid Street (south-eastern arm) to Tanner Street rail tunnel Tanner Street (northern arm) south to Tanner Street rail tunnel.
Widened pedestrian crossing Widening the current pedestrian crossing across Tanner Street from 2.4 meters to 3.2 meters to allow more people to use it.
New slip lane for cyclists The introduction of a new slip lane for cyclists for travel eastwards along Druid Street from Tanner Street north.
Weight restriction introduced for motor vehicles Introducing a 7-tonne vehicle restriction for traffic wishing to turn left into the Tanner Street rail tunnel from Druid Street to prevent larger vehicles encroaching on the new cycle lane.
Proposed changes on Tanner Street to Jamaica Road
Narrowing Tanner Street to one lane Narrowing width of Tanner Street to one lane to reduce vehicle speeds.
New segregated cycle track A new, three meter wide, two-way segregated cycle track between Tanner Street / Druid Street junction and Jamaica Road to make it easier and safer to cycle along this section of Tanner Street.
New bus stop bypass Introduce a new three meter wide bus stop bypass to accommodate the two-way cycle track. People catching a bus or continuing along the footway would need to cross the cycle track using marked crossing points. The cycle track would bend around the bus stop in order to provide a three meter wide pedestrian island. The narrowness of the existing footway and presence of railings meant it was not
5 possible to retain a continuous footway of sufficient width on the other side of the new cycle track.
Footway improvements at entrance to the Arnold Estate Raise the road surface at the entrance to the Arnold Estate to give reduce motor vehicle speeds. We would also give priority to cyclists on the two-way track over turning traffic.
Loading bay outside 296 to 301 Tanner Street A shorter loading bay, reduced from 29 meters to 13.6 meters. Following an occupancy survey, this reduced length was anticipated to be sufficient for demand. The loading bay would also be partially inset into the pavement, improving the traffic flow along Tanner Street.
Improved footway outside shops at 296 to 132 Tanner Street Align the street furniture and removing the phone box outside the shops to increase pavement width and improve the street environment
Other sections of this Quietway The section of Quietway Jamaica Road to Dockhead would run along the proposed Cycle Superhighway Route 4 (CS4) on Jamaica Road. You can find further details about CS4 here www.tfl.gov.uk/cs4.
The designs complemented Southwark Council’s proposal to introduce a stepped contraflow cycle track on a widened pavement underneath the rail bridge between Maltby Street and Druid Street.
Traffic impacts We carried out traffic modelling on the proposed scheme and predicted there would be a negligible impact to traffic and bus services.
6 2. About the consultation
2.1 Purpose The objectives of the consultation were:
To give stakeholders and the public easily-understandable information about the proposals and allow them to respond To understand the level of support or opposition for the change/s for the proposals To understand any issues that might affect the proposal of which we were not previously aware To understand concerns and objections To allow respondents to make suggestions.
2.2 Potential outcomes The potential outcomes of the consultation were:
Following careful consideration of the consultation responses, we decide to proceed with the scheme as set out in the consultation Following careful consideration of the consultation responses, we modify the proposals in response to issues raised and proceed with a revised scheme Following careful consideration of the consultation responses, we decide not to proceed with the scheme.
2.3 Consultation history The proposed works were related to our plans for CS4 Southwark to Greenwich, which we consulted on in tandem. The factual report and ‘response to issues raised’ document produced for the CS4 Southwark to Greenwich consultation can be found on our website here: https://consultations.tfl.gov.uk/roads/cs4/
2.4 Who we consulted We sent emails and letters to local residents and stakeholders, and those who had been identified as interested in this scheme. This included Southwark Council, London TravelWatch, the Police and emergency services, walking, cycling and road user groups, politicians, and local employers and venues. A copy of our stakeholder email can be seen in Appendix A – Consultation materials. A list of stakeholders we consulted can be found in Appendix B – List of stakeholders consulted.
7 2.5 Dates and duration The consultation was held for a period of eight weeks from 28 September to 19 November 2017, at the same time as the CS4 consultation period.
2.6 What we asked Our consultation contained two questions. These were:
“Do you support the proposals for improved cycling provision on Tanner Street and Druid Street?” and “Do you have any further comments on our proposal?”
The analysis of these results can be found in section 4.
2.7 Methods of responding People were invited to respond to the consultation using a variety of methods. They could respond by accessing the online questionnaire; via our freepost address at FREEPOST TFL CONSULTATIONS; or by email to [email protected].
2.8 Analysis of consultation responses Analysis of consultation responses was carried out by the TfL Local Communities and Partnerships team.
In our survey we asked respondents to indicate their level of support for the proposals, and to provide thoughts and comments through an open comments box.
Comments received were then grouped in general, and by each section of the proposals where this was specified.
We created a framework to analyse these comments in a consistent way. Once all comments were logged and issues tagged, we were able to build a picture of what respondents were concerned about, or talked about in their comments.
8 3. About the respondents
This section provides more information about who responded to the consultation.
3.1 Number of respondents We received 174 direct responses to the consultation. Of these, three were responses from stakeholders representing the local community and interest groups, and 171 were from individuals, 56 of which described themselves as local residents.
The London Cycling Campaign submitted a statement of support. This can be seen in section 4.2: Stakeholder responses.
Information about these respondents:
Respondents Total % Individual responses 164 94 Stakeholder responses 3 2 Not answered 7 4 Total 174 100
3.2 How respondents heard about the consultation We asked respondents to let us know how they had heard about our consultation; this allowed us to better understand how our communications methods were utilised. Out of the 174 individual and stakeholder responses we received, 160 respondents answered this question as follows:
How respondents heard Total % Received an email from TfL 23 13 Received a letter from TfL 18 10 Read about in the press 6 3 Saw it on the TfL website 52 30 Social media 42 24 Other (please specify) 19 11 Not Answered 14 8
9 3.3 Equality Monitoring We sometimes ask respondents to provide information about themselves to help us ensure our consultations reach all sections of the community and to help improve the effectiveness of the way we communicate with our customers.
We asked respondents to tell us about their gender, ethnic group, age, sexual orientation, faith, health and disability. All questions were optional. Any information provided was kept confidential and used for analysis purposes only.
4. Summary of all consultation responses
We received 174 responses to consultation, which asked one substantive question, ‘Do you support the proposals for improved cycling provision on Tanner Street and Druid Street?’ This was followed a text box which asked: If you have any further comments about our proposals, please write these in the box below’. Ninety respondents took this opportunity.
4.1 Question: Do you support the proposals for improved cycling provision on Tanner Street and Druid Street?
Number of responses Per cent
Strongly support 128 74% Support 11 6% Neither support nor oppose 2 1% Oppose 8 5% Strongly oppose 25 14%
4.2 Question: If you have any further comments about our proposals, please write these in the box below We asked respondents to provide thoughts on the proposals through an open comments box. This allowed us to build a picture of what respondents were concerned about, or talked about in their comments.
Of the 174 people who responded to this consultation, 90 respondents (52 per cent) provided comments. Fifty-seven, out of the 90 respondents (63 per cent) provided broadly positive support for the scheme.
The top ten themes made overall, and the number of times these were raised are shown in the following table:
10 No. of Theme comments Welcomed the scheme/changes and were supportive of them 37 Concerns that the scheme would increase traffic congestion 17 Felt pedestrians/disabled users' needs ignored in favour of cyclists 10 Noted that the scheme needs to join up with CS4 10 The scheme will make safer cycling or improve cycling provision 10 Did not believe that the project represented good value for money 7 That the changes proposed by us would worsen air quality 6 Wanted it built as soon as possible or believed it was long overdue 5 Felt that motorists were being disadvantaged in favour of cyclists 4 Wanted the proposal extend 4
4.2 Stakeholder responses This section provides the feedback we received from stakeholders.
Stop Killing Cyclists
“Stop Killing Cyclists fully support this consultation, and the wider benefits this link will provide in helping create a joined up cycle network in South East London, along with CS4.”
Wheels for Wellbeing
“This is a response from Wheels for Wellbeing, an award-winning London charity supporting disabled people of all ages and abilities to enjoy the benefits of cycling. Cycling can be easier than walking, a way to keep independent, fit and healthy, a mobility aid, and a useful form of everyday transport. Many aren’t aware of the fact that disabled people cycle. Growing numbers do and use standard bicycles, as well as non-standard cycles.
This linkage between Cycle Superhighway 4 and Quietway 14 is welcome as part of providing a strong network of routes in London.
Whilst we appreciate that providing sufficient width for cycling is behind design decisions relating to the use of the bus stop bypass as continuation of the footway we would question if concern has been given to finding sufficient width by using more existing carriageway space to continue a pavement alongside the bus stop bypass.
If the existing bus stop bypass design is continued it would be interesting to see designs which accommodated access to the pedestrian crossing at the junction from the bus stop island to reduce the need for crossing movements.
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It is welcome to see that the proposed slip lane from Tanner Street to Druid Street has tactile shown. The slip lane into Druid Street appears rather narrow and we would be cautious that it is ensured that sufficient width is provided for all forms of cycle in it.”
Southwark Cyclists
“This response is on behalf of Southwark Cyclists, the London Cycling Campaign Group for the Borough of Southwark. It has been prepared with input from many of our members.
Southwark Cyclists are strongly supportive of this scheme. A link from Q14 to CS4 is essential and we are pleased to see this scheme coming to consultation at the same time as CS4.”
London Cycling Campaign
“TfL (in Southwark) Druid Street and Tanner Street junction
20 November 2017
This consultation response is on behalf of the London Cycling Campaign, the capital’s leading cycling organisation with more than 12,000 members and 30,000 supporters. The LCC welcomes the opportunity to comment on proposals. The response is in support of the response from Southwark Cyclists, London Cycling Campaign’s local branch, and was developed with input from LCC’s Infrastructure Advisory Panel.
This scheme is supported, providing a useful link to and from Cycle Superhighway 4 and Quietway 14. That said, design for contra-flow cycling on the one-way sections of both Druid and Tanner Streets must be considered to enable the widest range of people to feel safe cycling along them. And space should be taken from motor vehicles over pedestrians. Given buses on Tanner Street are infrequent, the bus cage should potentially be in the carriageway, enabling pavement to be fully retained on both sides of the street as well as cycle track. Finally, few motor vehicles turn left from Druid into Tanner Street. Banning this turn could be considered to avoid any hook risks, but this should not be considered at the cost of moving this scheme forward for delivery with the rest of Q14 and/or CS4.
General points about cycling schemes:
LCC requires schemes to be designed to accommodate growth in cycling. Providing space for cycling is a more efficient use of road space than providing space for driving private motor vehicles, particularly for journeys of 5km or less. In terms of providing maximum efficiency for space and energy use, walking, cycling, then public transport are key.
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As demonstrated by the success of recent Cycle Superhighways and mini-Holland projects etc., people cycle when they feel safe. For cycling to become mainstream, a network of high-quality, direct routes separate from high volumes and/or speeds of motor vehicle traffic is required to/from all key destinations and residential areas in an area. Schemes should be planned, designed and implemented to maximise potential to increase journeys – with links to nearby amenities, residential centres, transport hubs considered from the outset.
Spending money on cycling infrastructure has been shown to dramatically boost health outcomes in an area. Spending on cycling schemes outranks all other transport mode for return on investment according to a DfT study. Schemes which promote cycling meet TfL’s “Healthy Streets” checklist. A healthy street is one where people choose to cycle.
All schemes should be designed to enable people of all ages and abilities to cycle, including disabled people.
LCC wants, as a condition of funding, all highway development designed to London Cycling Design Standards (LCDS), with a Cycling Level of Service (CLoS) rating of 70 or above, with all “Critical Fails” eliminated.”
5. Conclusion and next steps
5.1 Conclusion We have reviewed all of the comments made during the consultation. We intend to progress our as originally planned, with the inclusion of some changes to the pedestrian provision, outlined in section 6.
5.2 Next steps The following table indicates key dates and activities. Dates are subject to change. Further updates will be provided on the consultation web page.
Activity Date
On street and local press advertisements notifying statutory notification period changes to Red Route Traffic Spring 2019 Orders
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Start date for scheme construction Spring 2019
6. Response to the main issues raised
Concerns that the scheme would increase traffic congestion
We do not anticipate that the scheme will have a significant impact on congestion in the area. We have undertaken traffic modelling of our proposals and we predict that it would have no significant impact on motor traffic journey times. As part of the scheme implementation process we will be monitoring traffic flow in the area. If any issues do arise, these will be addressed accordingly.
Felt pedestrians/disabled users' needs ignored in favour of cyclists
We have included one new pedestrian crossing, widening of the existing pedestrian crossing across Tanner Street from 2.4 metres to 3.2 metres and are including count down facilities on the traffic lights. To access the bus stop island, we are providing mini zebra crossings, as well as delineating the cycle track from the footway and decluttering footways.
Additionally during the Road Safety Audit, we identified some aspects of the design required amending to ensure that there was not a risk to turning cyclists colliding with pedestrians. As a result we have changed the road layout on Druid Street junction with Tanner Street to enable cyclists to turn in right to avoid risk of collision with pedestrians. An additional benefit of making these changes is that it will link in with the London Borough of Southwark’s aspiration for the area.
Noted that the scheme needs to join up with CS4
This scheme is linked with CS4 on Jamaica Road and we will ensure that the delivery of both schemes is joined up to provide maximum benefits and less disruption to the all stakeholders.
Did not believe that the project represented good value for money
The cost of the scheme is low in comparison to other larger cycling infrastructure and major schemes and all costs are scrutinised during the design process. This scheme provides an important connection for Quietway 14 and CS4 cycle route which will benefit significant numbers of cyclists.
14 That the changes proposed by us would worsen air quality
The traffic modelling for this scheme indicates minor increases in traffic queueing and congestion as a result of the measures proposed on Tanner Street and Druid Street. It is not anticipated that this will lead to significant increases in air pollution. We have a range of measures to tackle air pollution including the introduction of the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) in April 2019. Felt that motorists were being disadvantaged in favour of cyclists
As part of the Mayor’s Healthy Streets Approach we are trying to prioritise walking, cycling and public transport to achieve the ambitious target of 80 per cent of people travelling by sustainable modes by 2041 in London. The proposals have been subject to traffic modelling and the overall impact on traffic congestion and vehicle queuing has been shown to be low.
Wanted the proposal extended
The scope of the scheme only extends to the area in which the proposed Quietway route would use Druid Street and Tanner Street. Unfortunately extending the scheme beyond the confines of the Quietway would not be possible due to the financial scope of the project and as this would go beyond the schemes specified objectives.
15 Appendix A: Consultation materials
- Letter to local residents:
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Distribution area:
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Stakeholder email:
From: TfL Consultations Sent: 28 September 2017 10:48 Subject: Have your say on Cycle Superhighway 4 from Tower Bridge to Greenwich
Dear Stakeholder We would like your views on proposals to transform roads in Bermondsey, Rotherhithe, Deptford and Greenwich to make cycling and walking easier, safer and more appealing. Cycle Superhighway 4 (CS4) would provide a continuous segregated cycle route between Tower Bridge and Greenwich, as well as new pedestrian crossings, better public spaces, and a host of other improvements aimed at creating a more attractive environment for everyone, and accommodating the area’s future growth. This consultation does not include proposals for Lower Road, which will be consulted on at a later date. CS4 would form part of London’s expanding network of Cycle Superhighways. These are an important element of the Mayor’s draft Transport Strategy and Healthy Streets Approach, which aim to encourage walking, cycling and public transport and make London greener, healthier and more pleasant. Our proposals include: Two-way segregated cycle track on Tooley Street, Jamaica Road, Evelyn Street and Creek Road, providing dedicated space for anyone who wants to cycle Five new signal-controlled pedestrian crossings and upgrades to over 20 existing pedestrian crossings, making it easier and safer to cross the road Building on the recent short-term improvements at Rotherhithe Roundabout by redesigning the roundabout to improve safety as part of our Safer Junctions programme A new eastbound bus gate on the Jamaica Road approach to Rotherhithe Roundabout, giving buses priority at the roundabout and providing better bus access into Lower Road New and improved public spaces at Deptford High Street and Rotherhithe Roundabout, including new paving and trees New traffic restrictions, including banned turns on some side roads along Jamaica Road and at Deptford High Street Changes to some bus stop layouts and locations, including new bus stop bypasses for cyclists For more information and to give us your views, please visit tfl.gov.uk/cs4. You have until Sunday 19 November 2017 to respond. We will be holding public events where staff involved in the project will be available to answer your questions. See the website for details of times and locations. Yours faithfully
Jay Daisi Consultation Team Transport for London
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19 Appendix B: Stakeholder list
Stakeholders we consulted included: Local Authorities, statutory and advisory bodies Greater London Authority London Borough of Havering London Borough of Southwark London Councils London TravelWatch South Gloucestershire Council The Royal Parks
Accessibility groups and charities Access in London Action for Blind People Action on disability Action on hearing loss Age UK Alzheimers society Anxiety care Aspire Brains trust Carers information services Change London Climate Disability Rights UK Disability Rights uk Disabled Go Dyslexia Action Friends of the Earth Guide Dogs Hearing Dogs for the Death Institute for Sustainability Leonard Cheshire Living Streets Look Ahead Lupus Trust Mencap MS Society Muscular Dystrophy UK National Autistic Society No Panic Organisation of Blind Africans and Caribbean’s Parkinson’s UK Royal Society for Blind Children Scope
20 Solutions Included The Ehlers-Danlos Support UK The Power of Dogs Thomas Pocklington Trust Time and talents Vision UK Whizz Kidz
Education The Bosco Centre Tyssen Community School & Children's Centre
Emergency services and healthcare London Ambulance Service London Fire Brigade Metropolitan Police New Mill Street Surgery NHS Southwark Clinical Commissioning group The Grange Road Practice
Government departments, parliamentary bodies and politicians Councillor Peter John OBE, Leader of the Council, Southwark Councillor Ben Johnson, Southwark Councillor Damian O'Brien, Southwark Councillor Ian Wingfield, Southwark Councillor Lucas Green, Southwark Rt Hon Harriet Harman, Member of Parliament for Camberwell and Peckham Helen Hayes Member of Parliament for Dulwich and West Norwood Neil Coyle Member of Parliament for Bermondsey and Old Southwark Parliamentary Advisory Council for Transport Safety Department for Transport Association of Town and City Management
Business and community Addison Lee Alive in Space Better Bankside Big bus Tours British Land Brunel Museum Carey CBI Future inclusion GMB
21 Golden Tours Institute of Civil Engineers London Bubble London Bus Tours London City Mission London First Planning Design Puzzle Focus South Bank Southwark Pensioners Centre Space Syntax St Mary Magdalen Bermondsey Tall Stories Team London Bridge Tesco Thamesmead Business Services The Anderson Travel Group The Guilford Partnership The Most Holy Trinity Church, Dockhead The Original Tour This Place Works Uber Urban Movement Walk London
Transport organisations, business and user groups Arriva Bikeworks BikeXcite British Cycling British Motorcycling Federation Campaign for Better Transport Central London CTC Cycle Confident Cycle Embassy of Great Britain Cycle Experience Cycle Systems Cycle Training UK Cycletastic Cycling Instructor Freight Transport Association Go Ahead London Heathrow I am Road Smart Licensed Taxi Drivers Association London Bike Hub London Cab Drivers Club
22 London Cycling Campaign Metroline Mode Transport Planning National Express National Express On your Bike Cycle Training Ortegalink Ltd Rail Delivery Group RMT London Taxi Drivers’ Branch Road Haulage Association Road Peace Royal Automobile Club Royal Institute of British Architects Royal Institute of Charted Sprayers Southwick Cyclists Spoke Cycling Instruction Sustrans The Alliance of British Drivers The Confederation of Passenger Transport UK Transport Focus Transport for All Vandome Cycles Wheels for Wellbeing
Utilities Royal Mail UK Power Networks
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