East-West Cycle Route Spur Road Response to consultation March 2016

Contents

Executive summary ...... 1 1 Introduction ...... 2 2 The consultation ...... 4 3 Responses to the consultation ...... 6 4 Summary of stakeholder responses ...... 13 5 Conclusion and next steps ...... 15 Appendix A – TfL response to issues commonly raised ...... 16 Appendix B – Consultation letter and map of distribution area ...... 23 Appendix C – Letter received from The Royal Parks ...... 27 Appendix D – Email to stakeholders and stakeholder groups ...... 28 Appendix E – List of stakeholders and stakeholder groups ...... 29 Appendix F – Email to Oyster users on the TfL database ...... 42 Appendix G – Copy of flyer distributed at public exhibitions ...... 43

Executive summary

Between 19 August and 4 October 2015, we consulted on further proposals for a segregated cycle track along Spur Road. We received 449 responses to the consultation, of which 80% supported or partially supported our proposals. Comments from respondents included general support for the proposals, views on the lack of cycle facilities on Link Road and concern about the interaction between cyclists and other park users.

After considering all responses, we intend to proceed with the scheme as set out in the consultation documents. Subject to agreement with The Royal Parks, we plan to start construction work in summer 2016, with completion planned for autumn 2016.

The scheme will be introduced on a trial basis for an initial period of 12 months. It will be monitored to assess its operational effectiveness and any associated impacts, for example, on regular ceremonial events.

We will keep visitors and road users informed of our plans and progress, including writing to local residents, businesses and other stakeholders before undertaking work in their area. We will also provide road traffic information to help people better plan their journeys and make informed choices about how, where and when they travel.

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1 Introduction

We originally consulted on proposals for improved cycle routes in St James’s Park and The Green Park between 9 February and 29 March 2015, including The Mall (North Horse Ride), Horse Guards Road and Birdcage Walk.

Between 19 August and 4 October 2015, we consulted on further proposals for a segregated cycle track along Spur Road. The new design was developed following feedback from the February consultation and incorporated many of the proposals previously consulted on.

This document explains the processes, responses and outcomes of the Spur Road consultation, and sets out our response to issues commonly raised.

1.1 Purpose of the Scheme

Feedback from the February 2015 consultation included concerns about the lack of cycling facilities on Spur Road. In response to this, following further work with The Royal Parks, we proposed a segregated two-way cycle track on Spur Road, between Constitution Hill and Birdcage Walk, introduced on a trial basis.

1.2 Descriptions of the proposals

The new proposals on Spur Road included:  Segregated two-way cycle track replaces one traffic lane on Spur Road (between Constitution Hill and the junction of Spur Road and The Mall)  Segregated two-way cycle track replaces two southbound traffic lanes on Spur Road between the junction of Spur Road and The Mall, and Birdcage Walk) These changes would be introduced on a trial basis.

Elements of the previous scheme that remained:  Eastbound segregated cycle track and westbound mandatory cycle lane replace one traffic lane on Birdcage Walk  New signalised junction at Birdcage Walk / Spur Road  Relocated signalised pedestrian crossing on Birdcage Walk (outside Wellington Barracks), with a dedicated traffic light phase for cyclists  Straighter, shorter and wider pedestrian crossings at Buckingham Gate  Advanced Stop Lines for cyclists at Buckingham Gate  Widened footways on the western side of Link Road replace one traffic lane

Benefits of the scheme compared to previous proposals:  The new proposals allow cyclists to travel between Birdcage Walk and Constitution Hill without having to travel around the busy gyratory and move across traffic lanes

Please see the TfL consultation website for full details of the proposals consulted on. East-West Cycle Route – Spur Road – Response to Consultation 2

1.3 Map of the proposals

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2 The consultation

2.1 Consultation duration and structure

Duration The consultation for further proposals for the East-West Cycle Route on Spur Road ran from 19 August to 4 October 2015.

Structure Information on the consultation, including the details of the proposals consulted on, was available online at tfl.gov.uk/east-west-spur-road from 19 August 2015. Respondents were asked about their level of support for the proposals (‘support’, ‘partially support’, ‘don’t support’, ‘not sure’, ‘no opinion’). Respondents were also given an opportunity to comment on the proposals.

Respondents were also asked to submit their name, email address and postcode, along with information about their cycling and other travel habits. All questions were optional, apart from the question asking for overall views on the proposal. Other information, such as the respondent’s IP address and the date and time of responding, was recorded automatically. All data is held under conditions that conform to the requirements of the Data Protection Act 1998.

2.2 Consultation material, distribution and publicity

2.2.1 Consultation website On 19 August 2015, detailed information on the proposals was published at https://consultations.tfl.gov.uk/cycling/east-west-spur-road. The consultation information included explanatory text, a detailed design drawing of the scheme area, and an overview map showing how the Spur Road proposals sit within the wider East-West Cycle Superhighway.

2.2.2 Non-web formats Printed plans, accompanying descriptions and response forms were available on request by telephone, email or writing to FREEPOST TFL CONSULTATIONS. The printed material was also available at the two public exhibitions held during the consultation period.

2.2.3 Consultation publicity The consultation was publicised via the following channels:

A letter and consultation drawing were sent to 34,835 addresses in postcode sectors within 0.5 miles of the route through St James’s Park and The Green Park (See Appendix B for the letter and map of the distribution area).

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Emails to stakeholders: We emailed around 650 different stakeholder organisations to let them know about the consultation. Please see Appendix C for the email and Appendix D for the list of recipients. The email contained a brief summary of the proposals and a link to the consultation website.

Emails to individuals: We emailed over 45,000 people on the TfL database who are known to cycle, drive or use public transport in the area (please see the email in Appendix E). The email briefly described the proposed scheme, and invited recipients to find out more and respond via the consultation website.

Flyer distribution to members of public: Staff distributed flyers to members of the public to coincide with the public events. Please see Appendix F for a copy of the flyer.

Public events: We held two public events at which people could discuss the proposals for Spur Road with members of the project team and view printed material:  The Green Park, at the east end of Constitution Hill, behind Canada Gate: Tuesday 8 September, from 7.30am to 9.30am Thursday 17 September, from 4pm to 8pm

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3 Responses to the consultation 3.1 Overview of overall support 73% TfL received a total of 449 responses to the consultation on the East-West Cycle Route on Spur Road. The majority of these supported the proposals, with 73% fully supporting and 7% partially supporting the scheme. 19% of 19% respondents did not support the 7% proposals and 2% were not sure or had 1% 1% no opinion. SupportPartially No Not Don’t support opinion sure support

The responses included submissions from members of the public, stakeholder groups and individual businesses and employers, representing a broad range of interests. A summary of stakeholder comments is available in Chapter 4 of this report.

3.2 About the respondents Most popular postcode districts Responses by postcode 0% 2% 4% 6% 8% 10% 12% The majority of consultation respondents SW1P 9.9% were located within Greater London. The SW1V 7.9% most popular districts as shown in Figure W2 3.6% 3.1 comprised 34% of respondent SE5 2.3% postcodes, with the remaining 46% SW1E 2.3% located in other parts of London and the N16 1.6% UK. W1W 1.6% W5 1.6% Postcodes with high proportions of SW1W 1.6% SW11 1.6% respondents tend to be those located along or very near to the proposed route.

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Stated cycling habits Of respondents who provided information On average, how often do you cycle? on their cycling habits, over half (267) said they cycled most days. A further 13% (59) Most days 267 (61%) said they cycled a few times a month, and About 1–3 times a month 59 (13%) around 8% (33) less frequently. 18% (81) Less often 33 (8%) of respondents reported that they never Never 81 (18%) cycle. Total answered (of 449) 440 (98%) Respondents who cycle most days were Not answered (of 449) 9 (2%) very likely to fully or partially support the proposals with 96% fully or partially supporting, and 3% opposing the scheme. Among respondents who cycle less frequently, support for the scheme was still fairly strong with 76% fully or partially in support, and 23% in opposition. Majority of respondents (60%) who never cycle opposed and 36% supported the scheme.

Cycle most days and... Occasionally cycle and... Never cycle and...

 Fully or partially support  Don’t support  Not sure/no opinion/not answered 8 3 1 3 3% 1% 21 1% 4% 23% 29 36%

49 60% 70 256 76% 96%

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How respondents heard about consultation Well over half of respondents heard about the consultation by email (59%, 263). This was followed by “Other (please state)” (13%, 57). This category was comprised of a wide variety of sources such as word of mouth, Facebook and the TfL website. News feed was next most popular (10%, 47).

How respondents heard about consultation 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70%

Email from TfL 59%

Other (Please specify) 13%

News feed 10%

Consultation website 7%

Letter from TfL 6%

Web search 3%

Not Answered 2%

Public exhibition 1%

3.3 Comments on the consultation process and materials 131 respondents answered the question asking for any comments on the consultation process (for example, printed materials, website, events, etc.). 9 of these respondents left irrelevant comments (“no, “no comment, “N/A” or were unrelated to the question).

The main themes arising from relevant to the question comments included:  Positive feedback that the respondents liked the consultation process (60 respondents)  General praise for the material and website/leaflet content and design of consultation (12 respondents). Respondents include Westminster Cycling Campaign  Feedback that certain parts of the consultation were unclear, in particular the details of some maps and images (9 respondents)  Feedback that the respondents were not given enough information (5 respondents)  Feedback that the respondents were not happy with the closed questions (5 respondents)  Feedback that better publicity was needed for this consultation (3 respondents)  Feedback that more information on pedestrian improvement was needed (2 respondents)  Positive feedback that the respondent was happy about the consultation flyer being handed out outside (1 respondent).

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3.4 Overview of comments on the proposals

Of 449 respondents to this consultation, 281 (63%) provided comments. As some respondents provided more than one comment in their response, the totals below are greater than 281.

Support/positive comments 133 respondents offered positive comments, including:  61 respondents, including Kensington and Chelsea Cyclists and Regent’s Park Cyclists provided general comments of support  40 respondents, including Love Your Bike and Wheels for Wellbeing stated that it would improve cyclist safety in the area  18 respondents, including Sustrans, commented that these proposals are much better than the previous ones  10 respondents stated that the proposals are much needed. Eight respondents, including Westminster Cycling Campaign, said that it filled the gap in the East-West Cycle Superhighway  Two respondents commented that the proposals will improve the public realm

Cycle facilities 47 respondents made a comment about the proposed cycle facilities.

26 respondents made a comment about provision for cyclists, including:  Seven respondents suggested that the cycle tracks should be made wider  Six respondents asked for signal timings to be phased to provide a ‘green wave’ for cyclists where there are multiple lights within a short distance  Six respondents requested more segregated cycle lanes  Three respondents suggested that cyclists should be allowed to turn left from Spur Road onto Birdcage Walk on a red signal  Sustrans and Westminster Cycling Campaign expressed concerns that it will be difficult for cyclists travelling from both the south-east and south-west arms of Buckingham Gate to access the eastbound cycle track on Birdcage Walk  Two respondents suggested that segregated cycle tracks are not needed in this area  Two respondents suggested that the cycle tracks should be marked across junctions with ‘elephant’s foot’ large square makings  Two respondents requested secondary signals for cyclists  Two respondents suggested that a northbound advanced stop line should be installed at the junction of Spur Road with The Mall  One respondent commented that there are too many traffic signals in the area East-West Cycle Route – Spur Road – Response to Consultation 9

 One respondent raised concerns about possible capacity issues on the cycle route due to the increased volume of cyclists.  One respondent commented that advanced stop lines are not needed

11 respondents made a comment about segregation, including:  Four respondents asked for some form of segregation to continue onto the western end of The Mall  Four respondents called for some form of segregation between the cycle tracks and the pavements  Three respondents requested a more robust form of segregation, such as metal bollards  Two respondents suggested that the kerb next to the cycle track should be graded or lowered to prevent cyclists from hitting their pedals  Two respondents called for a higher level of segregation at the western end of Birdcage Walk  One respondent requested that any cycling infrastructure should be inclusive of all abilities, including those with disabilities  Wheels for Wellbeing noted that the bollards between the cycle track on Constitution Hill and the shared-use footway could disadvantage users of larger cycles and mobility aids  One respondent suggested that shared-use space should include a separate, segregated cycle track and footway  One respondent suggested that the whole area should be made a shared space

Four respondents made a comment about cyclist safety in general, including:  Two respondents stated that they are not in favour of segregating cyclists from other traffic  One respondent raised concerns about the possibility of cyclists being dazzled by car headlights on two way cycle lane  One respondent stated that the proposed design looks unsafe

Cyclist behaviour 45 respondents expressed concern about cyclist behaviour, including:  37 respondents commented about cyclists riding too fast, riding on the pavement and failing to observe traffic signals  Seven respondents, including Westminster Cycling Campaign, stated that cyclists were unlikely to follow the proposed cycle route if a quicker alterative was available

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 Four respondents suggested that a speed limit for cyclists using the track should be implemented and enforced

Conflict with/impact on other road users 40 respondents commented on the potential for conflict between cyclists and other road users, including:  24 respondents expressed concern about potential conflicts between cyclists and pedestrians, noting the large number of visitors to the area  10 respondents, including Eccleston Square Hotel, commented about the impacts of the proposals on other road users  Five respondents stated that the proposals could have a negative impact on events that take place in St James’s Park  Four respondents raised concerns about the cycle track joining the shared space at the eastern end of Constitution Hill

Impact on traffic/congestion 28 respondents made one or more comments about existing traffic conditions or the impact on them if the proposals were to be introduced. The comments included:  25 respondents, including the Eccleston Square Hotel, expressed concern about the impact of the proposals on traffic congestion and delays  10 respondents expressed concern at the impact the proposals would have on car journey times

Oppose/negative comments 24 respondents offered negative comments, including:  20 respondents opposed the scheme in general  Six respondents commented that the emphasis placed by TfL on cycling is disproportionate and at the expense of the other transport modes  Four respondents raised concerns that the roads within St James’s Park are not suitable for the East-West Cycle Route

Pedestrian facilities 17 respondents raised issues and suggestions about existing and proposed pedestrian facilities, including:  Six respondents commented generally that pedestrian provision in the area needs to be improved  Four respondents suggested that more pedestrian-friendly signal timing is needed  Three respondents asked for the pedestrian crossing on Spur Road to be moved further north-east, for more direct access to the Victoria Memorial

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 Three respondents asked for the signalised pedestrian crossing at the east end of Constitution Hill to be changed to a zebra crossing  Two respondents suggested that the entire area around the Victoria Memorial should be pedestrianised  Two respondents suggested that a zebra pedestrian should be installed across the western side of the shared-use space, where it meets the cycle track at the bottom of Constitution Hill

Routing 15 respondents commented on the routing of the East West Cycle Route on Spur Road, including:  10 respondents, including CTC London, Sustrans and Westminster Cycling Campaign, expressed concern that cyclists would continue to use Link Road, as opposed to the new facility on Spur Road, when travelling northbound from Buckingham Gate towards Constitution Hill or The Mall, and vice versa  Four respondents commented that the route cyclists should take between Buckingham Gate and Constitution Hill is not obvious  Three respondents, including CTC London, suggested that segregated cycle facilities should be provided on Link Road

Motor traffic in St James’s Park Six respondents offered suggestions on motor traffic in the park, including:  Four respondents called for a ban on all motor traffic through St James’s Park  Two respondents suggested that a 20 mph speed limit should be implemented and enforced

Comments unrelated to the East-West Cycle Route on Spur Road Five respondents made such comments.

12 month trial of proposals Two respondents commented that they are in favour of the proposals being introduced on a trail basis.

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4 Summary of stakeholder responses

CTC London: Supports the proposal, but notes:  The scheme does not fully address the issue of the high cycle flows that come from Buckingham Gate to Trafalgar Square. Most users would probably continue to use Link Road northbound which has no specific cycle provision, neither cycle lane nor ASL at the Mall and Spur Road junction  There should be better cycle provision on Link Road or for the use of Link Road to be monitored

Eccleston Square Hotel: Opposes the proposals, listing the following concerns:  Traffic is already very heavy and slow  The proposals will hurt businesses by slowing down traffic for deliveries and call outs  The proposals will increase the cost of doing business  They are bad for tourism as it will be difficult for people to get around in taxis

Kensington and Chelsea Cyclists: Supports the proposals as they are a good solution for the area.

London Fire and Emergency Planning Authority (LFB): Partially supports the proposal, adding that it supports the Mayor’s Vision for Cycling and recognises the benefits the proposed changes will bring to London. The LFB encourages its staff to choose more sustainable forms of transport, including cycling.

The LFB requested:  Detailed traffic modelling – covering both construction and the finished scheme - relating to the scheme’s impact along with any associated mitigation  A detailed programme of works for construction and TfL’s mitigation arrangements  Traffic Management Orders, or other regulatory measures, can not impede the brigade’s core service delivery functions  Education and enforcement to ensure appropriate emergency service access and egress is maintained to all sites and properties affected by the scheme, at all stages

Regent's Park Cyclists: Supports the proposals.

Sustrans: Supports the proposals for a new cycle route on Spur Road for the following reasons:  Improved safety: the proposed two-way cycle track will mean that people on bikes will not have to travel through fast moving, heavy traffic. This will dramatically reduce the risk of collisions – improving safety  Attractive cycling experience: The proposed provision will bring this section of the route to a similar standard rest of the route, and will help to make the EW CSH flow as an attractive and direct end-to-end route

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 A better place overall: the proposals will create a better place for people by reducing the dominance of motor-traffic. Currently the area is overshadowed by several lanes of traffic. This is inappropriate in such a popular tourist destination and removing one lane to cater for the cycle route will improve the local environment. Widened footways outside Buckingham Palace are also welcomed as an improvement in pedestrian amenity  An improvement on designs previously consulted on: the introduction of an on-road cycle track is further strongly supported over the previously proposed shared-use path, which Sustrans believes was not fit for purpose in such a busy environment of conflicting modes and making different movements

It also provided specific comments on the design detail:  Movements onto the two-way cycle track will be difficult from both branches of Buckingham Gate. On the western arm, measures should be taken to enable people on bikes to access the segregated cycle path on Birdcage Walk through signalling, for instance, before the main flow of traffic has the chance to turn left/overtake. From the southern arm, it isn’t clear if cyclists will be able to turn right into the cycle lane on Birdcage Walk  Concerned about the potential conflicts at the junction of Birdcage Walk/Spur Road. Cyclists continuing west will have to cross two-way traffic from the north-side to the westbound mandatory cycle lane. The dedicated signal phase should allow time for this movement

The Royal Parks: Confirmed the continuing approach to working together with TfL on the Cycle Superhighway route through the Parks, to ensure key issued are considered. A copy of the letter is at Appendix C.

Westminster Cycling Campaign: Supports the proposals for a new cycle route on Spur Road for the following reasons:  The proposals fill a gap in the previous consultation by providing a safe route between Constitution Hill and Birdcage Walk  The removal of a number of general traffic lanes is also a useful step towards reducing the dominance of motor traffic in front of the Palace

It also provided specific comments on the design detail:  In order to reach the eastbound cycle track on Birdcage Walk, cyclists from the south west arm of Buckingham Gate (the Victoria direction) will have to cross the path of traffic turning left into Link Road  In order to reach the eastbound cycle track on Birdcage Walk, cyclists from the south east arm of Buckingham Gate (the Victoria Street direction) will have to cross the path of traffic turning left into the south west arm of Buckingham Gate or continuing straight ahead into Link Road

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 It is unclear how cyclists from either arm of Buckingham Gate will reach the cycle track along Constitution Hill. Many cyclists currently use the pedestrian area between the Palace and the Victoria Memorial for this movement

Wheels for Wellbeing: Supports the proposal, but notes:  The formation of 5 bollards between Constitution Hill and the shared use area could disadvantage users of larger cycles and mobility aids  The proposed ASLs are of little or no use to people riding larger cycles

5 Conclusion and next steps

We received 449 responses to the consultation on further proposals for a segregated cycle track along Spur Road, of which 80% supported or partially supported our proposals.

After considering all responses, we intend to proceed with the scheme as set out in the consultation documents.

The scheme will be introduced on a trial basis for an initial period of 12 months. It will be monitored to assess its operational effectiveness and any associated impacts, for example, on regular ceremonial events.

Next steps Subject to agreement with The Royal Parks, we plan to start construction work in summer 2016, with completion planned for autumn 2016.

We will keep visitors and road users informed of our plans and progress, including writing to local residents, businesses and other stakeholders before undertaking work in their area. We will also provide road traffic information to help people better plan their journeys and make informed choices about how, where and when they travel.

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Appendix A – TfL response to issues commonly raised

Cycle facilities

Width of cycle tracks Within the area of the Spur Road scheme, the two-way cycle track will be at least 6 metres wide, narrowing to 4.5 metres at traffic signals. The track has been designed to allow cyclists to overtake one another wherever possible. The nature of the two-way track also offers a degree of flexibility in allowing cyclists to use the other side of the track to overtake when there are no oncoming cyclists. The cycle track reduces in width to accommodate pedestrian refuge islands and to slow cyclists as they approach pedestrian crossings.

Requests for ‘green wave’ signal timing for cyclists Traffic signals will be controlled using an adaptive control system, which optimises the signal timings based upon motor traffic, cycle and pedestrian demand. The maximum waiting time at junctions for each type of road user will be determined by this demand, as opposed to a ‘green wave’ that operates regardless of cyclist demand. The traffic signals will follow a set sequence, ensuring the movements from each junction arm are safely accommodated. Providing cyclists with a ‘green wave’ through junctions on the Spur Road section of the route would impact both pedestrians and other traffic and is likely to lead to delays, with increased congestion likely to affect the operation of major gyratories such as Hyde Park Corner and Trafalgar Square.

Following implementation of the East-West Cycle Route, we will undertake a signal timing review, which will seek to balance the needs of all road users and ensure the network continues to operate safely and efficiently.

Suggestion that cyclists be allowed to turn left from Spur Road onto Birdcage Walk on a red signal Cyclists turning left from Spur Road into Birdcage Walk would come into conflict with cyclists travelling eastbound along Birdcage Walk if they were permitted to turn left on a red signal. Cyclists will be able to turn left onto Birdcage Walk in all traffic signal phases where there is no conflict with other road users.

Buckingham Gate junction The provision of Advanced Stop Lines (ASLs) and associated facilities at the junction of Buckingham Gate and Birdcage Walk will give cyclists a degree of priority over other traffic and assist them in accessing the eastbound segregated contraflow track on Birdcage Walk. From there, they can continue onto the segregated two-way track on Spur Road, which links to Constitution Hill.

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ASLs can help cyclists to: position themselves in drivers’ line of sight, avoid conflict with left- turning vehicles (when arriving on a red light), wait away from direct exhaust fumes, and enjoy a head start over motorised traffic.

Method of segregation The purpose of the segregating flexible bollards is not to prevent vehicles from driving into the cycle lane, but to mark the lane. This type of bollard has been trialled by the Transport Research Laboratory and is considered fit for this purpose and are used elsewhere on TfL’s road network, such as on Mile End Road as part of the upgrade to Cycle Superhighway 2. The segregation needs to be minimal and removable, to ensure that the full road width is available for the frequent major events and ceremonies that are held in the park.

We will work with cycling and disability groups to ensure the route is navigable by non- standard cycles such as hand cycles and cargo bikes. Where necessary, bollards will be realigned.

Request for segregation to continue onto The Mall We consider the use of North Horse Ride, a lightly used service road, to be a suitable alternative to removing a lane of general traffic to accommodate a segregated cycle track on The Mall. The use of North Horse Ride as the cycle route reduces the risk of conflict between cyclists and motorists, while avoiding the need to take space away from motor traffic.

The Mall will continue to be closed to all traffic, including cyclists, on Sundays and Bank Holidays.

Segregation between cycle track and pavement The segregated two-way cycle tracks are on the carriageway, reducing the potential for interaction between pedestrians and cyclists.

Additional road makings In keeping with the heritage considerations of this sensitive historic area, we will only use surface markings that are already used in the park, and any new road markings will be minimal. There will be an overall reduction in the amount of road surface markings.

Pedestrian facilities

Signal timing for pedestrians Traffic signals will be controlled using an adaptive control system, which optimises the signal timings based upon motor traffic, cycle and pedestrian demand. The maximum waiting time at junctions for each type of road user will be determined by this demand. The

East-West Cycle Route – Spur Road – Response to Consultation 17 traffic signals will follow a set sequence, ensuring the movements on each junction arm are safely accommodated.

Pedestrian crossing on Constitution Hill Given the volume of pedestrians using the crossing at the eastern end of Constitution Hill, it would be difficult to maintain the flow of traffic along Constitution Hill if it was converted from a signalised crossing into a zebra crossing.

Pedestrian facilities on Spur Road and Link Road There is already one signalised crossing on Spur Road, and we will also provide improved pedestrian facilities at the Buckingham Gate junction in addition to widened footways on Link Road. Introducing another signalised pedestrian crossing on Spur Road would require additional infrastructure, which we are trying to minimise in order to reduce the impact on the historic landscape, given the heritage and national importance of these roads. It would also increase waiting times for road users, cyclists and pedestrians.

Moving the existing Spur Road crossing further north-east could introduce safety risks for pedestrians from vehicles turning right onto Spur Road at the top of Link Road. Vehicles could come into conflict with pedestrians if the crossing was moved, as it would be closer to the turning point and obscured by the gates.

Concerns about cyclist behaviour We are working with The Royal Parks, The Royal Parks Police, Westminster City Council and park user groups to review cycling as a whole in St James’s Park and the Green Park, with a view to encouraging appropriate cycle speeds and behaviour in shared areas.

We acknowledge concerns raised about cyclist behaviour, although our research shows that most cyclists ride responsibly, and that cyclists are no more likely to disobey road rules than other road users. Approximately 50 per cent of offences reported are committed by car drivers and motorcycle riders, 26 per cent by commercial vehicle drivers and 24 per cent by cyclists. Statistics on road traffic collisions in Greater London show the number of injuries and fatalities for pedestrians in collisions involving cyclists are many times fewer than those involving motor vehicles.

TfL promotes adherence to the Highway Code by all road users and encourages responsible cycling and mutual respect between cyclists and other road users. We work to eliminate offences such as jumping red lights, cycling on the pavement and cycling at night without lights. We do this using police enforcement and education programmes, as well as thorough marketing and engagement campaigns.

We recognise that some pavement cyclists break the law to avoid the dangers of motor traffic. However, we anticipate that providing dedicated and safe space for cyclists will East-West Cycle Route – Spur Road – Response to Consultation 18 discourage people from riding on pavements. Providing dedicated space for cyclists can also help other road users by letting them know where to expect high volumes of cyclists. The Cycle Safety Team will attend the new East-West Cycle Superhighway when it opens, working closely with the Metropolitan Police to encourage appropriate behaviour by all users.

Operation Safeway Operation Safeway is a road safety operation undertaken by the Metropolitan Police which takes place at least two days every month, and sees hundreds of officers mobilised to key junctions at peak times to enforce the rules of the road and engage with road users.

Officers use a range of tactics – words of advice, education materials or enforcement – to achieve the Safeway objective of reducing collision risk and promoting responsible road use. Where cycling on the pavement poses a risk to pedestrians or other road users, officers respond fairly and proportionately.

In total, over 20,000 Fixed Penalty Notices (FPNs) have been issued to road users as part of Operation Safeway, of which around three quarters were issued to motorists, and a quarter issued to cyclists. The most common offences where motorists were issued FPNs were contravening traffic signals (this would include crossing an advanced stop line), using a phone while driving, and failing to wear a seatbelt. The majority of cycling FPNs were issued for contravening traffic signals, cycling on the footway, and using a pedal cycle without lights.

Cyclists paying road tax The maintenance of roads in the UK is currently funded through general taxation and not through specific taxes on road users, such as Vehicle Excise Duty. Therefore, most cyclists already contribute to the cost of maintaining roads. Although from 2017 the Government intends to support road maintenance through funding from Vehicle Excise Duty, this tax will continue to be levied on individual vehicles, with zero emission vehicles continuing to be exempt. As bicycles produce no emissions, they too would be exempt from paying the duty, were it applied to them

Impact on pedestrians and other park users

Potential for pedestrian-cyclist conflict The segregated two-way cycle track is on the carriageway, reducing the potential for interaction between pedestrians and cyclists. Traffic, including cyclists, is held during the frequent events that attract a large number of visitors, such as Changing the Guard, and will therefore not be travelling along the track while those events are taking place. Cycling will continue to be prohibited on the paths running through the Green Park and St James’s Park.

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Cycle track joining the shared space at the eastern end of Constitution Hill Cyclists will continue to be able to travel between Constitution Hill and The Mall (North Horse Ride) using the existing shared-use path; the proposals include an arrangement of bollards where the cycle track joins the path to help encourage appropriate cycling speed.

The shared-use path will be maintained and signposted differently from the East-West cycle route, promoting it as a quieter route for cyclists travelling at a slower pace.

Impact on pedestrian users of the park The proposals provide cycling facilities on or adjoining the main traffic roads in St James’s Park, and make use of the existing road width on Spur Road. We will also install improved pedestrian facilities at Birdcage Walk/Buckingham Gate junction, as well as introducing approximately 900 metres2 of new footway on Link Road. Taken together, the proposals provide substantial improvements for pedestrians and other park users.

Restrictions on cycling due to official events During official events restrictions are placed on vehicles and other road users; some events require the whole park to be closed. Cyclists will fall under these restrictions and be treated the same as other traffic. TfL will continue to work closely with The Royal Parks, key stakeholders, businesses and event organisers to ensure the safe and smooth operation of events in and around the Parks.

Impact on traffic Although the proposals for Spur Road include reallocating traffic lanes to provide a new segregated cycle track, they are not expected to have a noticeable impact on traffic beyond that of the overall East-West Cycle Superhighway scheme, as previously consulted on. The reduction in traffic capacity at Spur Road would not be significant in the context of the wider scheme.

The overall proposals for the East-West Cycle Superhighway are expected to mean longer journeys for motorists and bus, coach and taxi passengers at busy times, although we made changes to the overall scheme following the September 2014 consultation to reduce the impact. We are satisfied that the impact on traffic is reasonable when balanced against the substantial safety improvements the East-West Cycle Superhighway would mean for thousands of existing cyclists and the likely growth in cycling along this route, including people who would cycle if they felt it to be safer. Please see the response to the September 2014 consultation at tfl.gov.uk/cycle-east-west for more information.

The Spur Road proposals are aligned with our wider traffic management plans for central London, which have been designed to keep traffic moving and reduce the impacts of the East-West Cycle Superhighway and other road modernisation schemes, including those proposed by London local authorities and developers.

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Signal timings for pedestrians, cyclists and general traffic The timings will be controlled using our adaptive traffic signalling system SCOOT (Split Cycle Offset Optimisation Technique). SCOOT employs sensors buried in the carriageway and footway to detect real-time traffic and pedestrian conditions. SCOOT uses this information to optimise the traffic light timings and reduce delays, based upon motor traffic, cycle and pedestrian demand. The traffic signals will follow a set sequence, ensuring all movements are safely accommodated.

Routing

Cycle facilities on Link Road

The cycle facilities on Spur Road provide a two-way, segregated track at least six metres wide. The track enables cyclists to connect to the segregated facility on Constitution Hill without having to move across traffic lanes.

The proposed scheme reduces Link Road from the current four lanes to three lanes; the widened footways on the western side of Link Road will replace one traffic lane. The nearside lane of the three would be 4 metres wide and the remaining two lanes would each be 3 metres wide. As a mandatory cycle lane should be a minimum of 1.5 metres wide, preferably 2 metres, a cycle facility on Link Road would require the loss of another traffic lane. It would also require more infrastructure as well as an additional signal phase and a dedicated cycle phase, which would increase waiting times for road users, cyclists and pedestrians.

The design seeks to strike a balance between clear signing and numerous road markings, bearing in mind the historic landscape, heritage and national importance of these roads. The Royal Parks Design Guide ‘Maintaining the Historic Landscape’ (2010) states that signs and road markings should be kept to a minimum and used only when they convey essential information, and that the least number of signs and road markings permissible should be used.

Motor traffic in St James’s Park and the Green Park

Call to remove motor traffic or through motor traffic from roads adjoining St James’s Park and the Green Park It is The Royal Parks’ aspiration to reduce the number of motor vehicles in the Royal Parks. However, it does not consider a ban on cars in St James's Park and the Green Park to be feasible given the impact that this would have on those who currently visit by car and taxi. The implications on traffic outside the park would also need to be taken into account.

TfL would not seek to remove traffic from roads adjoining St James’s Park and the Green Park completely. The roads around the Park provide connection between Charing Cross to

East-West Cycle Route – Spur Road – Response to Consultation 21 the north east, Westminster to the south east, Hyde Park to the west and Victoria to the south west. Removing traffic would have a significant impact on the traffic network, increasing local and wider queuing.

Request for 20mph speed limit We do not currently plan to introduce a 20mph speed limit along the alignment of the East- West Cycle Superhighway. Within the area of the Spur Road scheme, the roads are the responsibility of The Royal Parks, and we will share with them any comments relating to their roads which do not relate directly to the East-West Cycle Superhighway proposals.

Response to other issues raised in relation to overall plans for the East-West Cycle Superhighway

The overall proposals for the East-West Cycle Superhighway were consulted on in September 2014. Following that consultation, we decided to proceed with the route, although with some changes to reduce the journey time impact on motor traffic. Our response to more general issues around the introduction of the East-West Cycle Superhighway can be found in our response to the September 2014 consultation.

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Appendix B – Consultation letter and map of distribution area

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Appendix C – Letter received from The Royal Parks

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Appendix D – Email to stakeholders and stakeholder groups Dear Sir or Madam,

We consulted on proposals for improved cycle routes in St James’s Park and The Green Park between 9 February and 29 March 2015, including The Mall (North Horse Ride), Horse Guards Road and Birdcage Walk.

Having considered responses received to the February consultation, we have now published our response, which is available here.

We have also developed further proposals for a segregated cycle track along Spur Road, in consultation with The Royal Parks.

Further proposals for a new cycle route on Spur Road We are proposing:  A segregated two-way cycle track on Spur Road, between Constitution Hill and Birdcage Walk, in front of the Queen Victoria Memorial.  The cycle track would be up to 6 metres wide and separate cyclists from other traffic by a row of segregating flexible bollards  The cycle track would be introduced on a trial basis for an initial period of 12 months, and monitored to assess its operational effectiveness and any associated impacts, for example, on regular ceremonial events such as Changing the Guard. It would allow cyclists to travel between Birdcage Walk and Constitution Hill without having to travel around the busy gyratory and move across traffic lanes. Cyclists would continue to be able to travel between Constitution Hill and The Mall (North Horse Ride) using the existing shared-use footway.

The new design incorporates many of the proposals consulted on in February.

How to comment Please visit tfl.gov.uk/east-west-spur-road for details of the proposals and to fill in the online survey. The deadline for comments is Sunday, 4 October 2015.

We will also be holding the following public exhibitions, where you can view the proposals and speak to members of the project team:

 Tuesday 8 September, from 7.30am to 9.30am  Thursday 17 September, from 4pm to 8pm These exhibitions will be held in The Green Park, at the east end of Constitution Hill, behind Canada Gate.

Yours faithfully,

Celine Turner Consultation Team Transport for London

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Appendix E – List of stakeholders and stakeholder groups

3663 First for Foodservice A.S. Watson AA Motoring Trust Abellio West London Ltd t/a Abellio Surrey, ABSOLUTE PARTY CRUISES LTD Action Disability Kensington & Chelsea Action for Blind People Action on Hearing Loss (formerly RNID) Addison Lee AECOM Age Concern London Age UK London Alive in Space Landscape and Urban Design Studio All Hallows by the Tower church All Party Parliamentary Cycling Group Anderson Travel Ltd, Angel BID Apex Hotel and Addendum Restaurant Argall BID Arriva Kent Thameside/Kent & Sussex, Arriva Guildford & W Sussex, Arriva London North Ltd, Arriva The Shires/ E Herts and Essex, Asian Peoples Disabilities Alliance Association of British Drivers Association of Car Fleet Operators Association of Guide Dogs for the Blind Association of Town Centre Management Association of British Drivers AT Coaches t/a Abbey Travel, Automobile Association Baker Street Quarter Barking & Dagenham Cycling Campaign Barking & Dagenham Safer Transport Team Barking and Dagenham Barnet Cyclists Barnet Safer Transport Team Baroness Flather BATEAUX LONDON Bayliss Executive Travel Baynard House Car Park Bayswater BID Bayswater Residents Association BBC Belgravia Residents Association Best Bike Training / Cycletastic Best Bike Training/ Cycletastic Better Bankside Bexley Accessible Transport Scheme, Bexley Council East-West Cycle Route – Spur Road – Response to Consultation 29

Bexley Cyclists Bexleyheath BID bhs bikeability Bidvest Logistics Big Bus bikeworks bikeXcite Birmingham City Council Blue Triangle Buses Ltd, Borough Cycling Officers Group Borough Cycling Officers Group (BCOG) Brasserie Blanc Breakspears Road Project Brent Cyclists Brent Safer Transport Team Brentwood Community Transport, Brewery Logistics Group British American Tobacco British Cycling British Land British Medical Association British Motorcyclists Federation British Retail Association British School of Cycling Bromley Cyclists Bromley Safer Transport Team Brookline BT Bucks Cycle Training Business B Ltd t/a The Expeditional, Buzzlines, CABE CABE - Design Council Cabinet Office: Camden Council Camden Cyclists Camden mobility forum Camden Safer Transport Team Camden Town Unlimited Campaign for Better Transport Campbell's Canary Wharf Management CAPE CUVIER LTD Capital City School Sport Partnership CAPITAL PLEASURE BOATS Carlton Motors Carousel Buses CBI-London CCG Central London (WESTMINSTER) CCG City and Hackney Centaur Overland Travel Central London Cab Trade Section Central London CTC Central London Forward

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Central London Freight Quality Partnership Central London NHS Trust Centre for Accessible Environments Chalkwell Chalkwell Garage & Coach Hire Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport CHAS NEWENS MARINE Chauffeur & Executive Assn Chauffeur and Executive Association Chelsea Socity Children's Society Christopher Stephen Hunn t/a Travel with Hunny/TWH, City Bikes (Vauxhall Walk) CITY CRUISES PLC City Cyclists City of London City of London Access Forum City of London Police City of Westminister Clarkes Cobra Corporate Servics CoL School Colas Volker Highways URS COLLIERS LAUNCHES Community Transport Association Computer Cab Confederation of British Industry (CBI) Confederation of Passenger Transport Conway AECOM Covent Garden Market Authority Cross River Partnership Crown Equerry CROWN RIVER CRUISES Croydon Croydon Coaches (UK) t/a Coaches Excetera, Croydon Council Croydon Cycling Campaign Croydon mobility forum Croydon North Croydon Safer Transport Team CRUISE LONDON CSC CT Plus t/a Hackney Community Transport, CTC CTC ‘Right to Ride’ Network Cycle Confidence Cycle Confident Cycle Experience Cycle Newham Cycle Systems Cycle Training East Cycle Training UK (CTUK) Cyclelyn Cycle-wise Thames Valley

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Cycling Embassy of Great Britain Cycling Tuition cycling4all Cyclists in the City Daily Express Department for Transport Design for London DHL DHL Express DHL UK and Ireland Dial-a-Cab Disability Alliance Disabled Persons Transport Advisory Committee DNB Bank Downing Street E Clarke & Son (Coaches), t/a Clarkes of London, E J LANGLEY E11 BID (Leytonstone) Ealing Broadway BID Ealing Council Ealing Cycling Campaign Ealing Passenger Transport Users' Group Ealing Safer Transport Team East and South East London Thames Gateway Transport Partnership East End Express (X1) East Surrey Rural Transport Partnership t/a Polestar Travel, EDF Energy Edgware Road Partnership Enfield Council Enfield Cycling Campaign Enfield Safer Transport Team English Heritage English Heritage - London Ensign Bus Company Enterprise Mouchel ETOA Evolution Cycle Training Express Networks Forum Express Newspapers Federation of Small Businesses First Beeline First Beeline Buses Ltd, First Group Fitzrovia Neighbourhood Association Fitzrovia Partnership Freight Transport Association Friends of the Earth Future Inclusion Future Inclusion/IDAG G4S Garratt Business Park (Earlsfield) Gatwick Flyer Ltd, Get Sutton Cycling Gibson Dunn and Crutcher

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GLA (Planning) GMB Go-Coach Hire Ltd Golden Tours Golden Tours (Transport) Ltd, Greater London Authotity Greater London Forum for Older People Greater London Forum for the Elderly Green Flag Group Green Line (Arriva) Green Urban Transport Ltd, Greenwich Cyclists Greenwich Safer Transport Team Guide Dogs Guide Dogs Association Guide Dogs for the Blind - Inner London District team Guide Dogs for the Blind Association Hackney Cycling Campaign Hackney Safer Transport Team Hainault Business Park Hamilton-Baillie Associates Ltd., Hammersmith & Fulham Action on Disability Hammersmith & Fulham Cyclists Hammersmith & Fulham Safer Transport Team HammersmithLondon Haringey Cyclists Haringey mobility forum Haringey Safer Transport Team Harrow Cycling Campaign Harrow Safer Transport Team Harrowby and District Residents Association Hartnell Taylor Cook Havering Havering Safer Transport Team Health Poverty Action Heart of London Business Alliance Heathrow Airport Heritage London hertfordshire County Council HF Cyclists Hillingdon Council Hillingdon Cycling Campaign Hillingdon mobility forum Hillingdon Safer Transport Team Historic Royal Palaces (HM Tower of London) HMRC HMS President Honourable Artillery Company, Army Ceremonial requirements Hounslow Cycling Campaign Hounslow Safer Transport Team Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment HQS Wellington HR Richmond Ltd t/a Quality Line, Hyde Park Estate Association

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Hyde Park Stables IBM ICOMOS UK Ifs learning Ilford Town BID In & Around Covent Garden In Holborn Inclusion London Independent Disability Advisory Group Independent Shoreditch Inmidtown Inner and Middle Temple Inner Temple institution Institute for Sustainability Institute of Advanced Motorists Institution of Civil Engineers inStreatham Islington Cycle Action Group Islington mobility forum Islington Safer Transport Team IT Skillfinder J Brierley & E Barvela t/a Snowdrop Coaches James Bikeability Jeremy Reese t/a The Little Bus Company, John Lewis Partnership Joint Committee on Mobility for Disabled People (JCMD) Joint Committee on Mobility of Blind and Partially Sighted People (JCMBPS) Joint Mobility Unit Keith Gould Keltbray Limited Keltbray ltd (construction) Kensington & Chelsea Safer Transport Team Kensington and Chelsea Cyclists Kimpton Industrial Park (Sutton) KING CRUISES Kings Troop Kingston Cyclists Kingston First Kingston mobility forum Kingston Safer Transport Team Laing O'Rourke Lambert Council Lambeth Cyclists Lambeth Safer Transport Team Lancaster London Hotel Land Securities LCC Enfield Leonard Cheshire Disability Lewisham Council Lewisham Cyclists Lewisham Safer Transport Team Liam O'Connor Architects Liberal Democrats

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Licenced Private Hire Car Association Licensed Private Hire Car Association (LPHCA) Licensed Taxi Drivers Assoc (LTDA) Licensed Taxi Drivers Association Line Line Coaches (TGM), Living Streets Living Streets - Brentwood Living Streets - Hackney Living Streets - Islington Living Streets - Kings Cross (Camden) Living Streets - Merton Living Streets - Sutton Living Streets - Tower Hamlets Living Streets - Wandsworth Living Streets Action Group Living Streets London Living Streets Southwark Living Strrets Local Government Ombudsman London ambulance Service London Bike Hub London Borough Hammersmith & Fulham London Borough of Barking & Dagenham London Borough of Barnet London Borough of Bexley London Borough of Brent London Borough of Bromley London Borough of Bromley London Borough of Camden London borough of Croydon London Borough of Ealing London Borough of Enfield London Borough of Greenwich London Borough of Hackney London Borough of Hammersmith London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham London Borough of Haringey London Borough of Harrow London Borough of Havering London Borough of Hillingdon London Borough of Hounslow London Borough of Islington London Borough of Kingston Upon Thames London Borough of Lambeth London Borough of Lewisham London Borough of Merton London Borough of Newham London Borough of Redbridge London Borough of Richmond Upon Thames London Borough of Southwark London Borough of Sutton London Borough of Tower Hamlets London Borough of Waltham Forest

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London Borough of Wandsworth London Cab Drivers' Club London Central Cab Section London Chamber of Commerce London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) London City Airport London Civic Forum London Climate Change Partnership London Councils London Cycling Campaign London Cycling Campaign (Ealing) London Cycling Campaign (Hammersmith and Fulham) London Cycling Campaign (Kensington and Chelsea) London Cycling Campaign (Lewisham) London Cycling Campaign (Tower Hamlets) London Cycling Campaign (Westminster) London Duck Tours Ltd London European Partnership for Transport London Fire London Fire and Emergency Planning Authority London Fire Brigade London First London General London Mencap London Older People's Strategy Group LONDON PARTY BOATS London Private Hire Board LONDON RIB VOYAGES LONDON RIVER CRUISES LTD. London Riverside (Rainham) London Strategic Health Authority London Suburban Taxi Drivers' Coalition London Tourist Coach Operators Association (LTCOA) London Transport Users' Committee London TravelWatch London Underground London United Busways Ltd, London Visual Impairment Forum Lonon borough of Lambeth LoTAG LoveWimbledon BID LOWER THAMES & MEDWAY LPHCA LTCOA M Moser associates Marshalls Marshalls Coaches, Marylebone Association MAYNARD LAUNCHES Medway Estate Residents' Forum Megabus/Stagecoach Merton Council Merton Cycling Campaign Merton Metropolitian Police Service

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Merton Safer Transport Team Met Police Metrobus Ltd, Metroline Ltd Metropolitan / City Police Metropolitan Police Metropolitan Police - Community Police Metropolitan Police Service Middle Temple institution MIND Ministry of Defence Mobile Cycle Training Service Mode Transport Motorcycle Action Group Motorcycle Action Group (MAG) Motorcycle Industry Association MP Mullany's Coaches, National Autistic Society National Children's Bureau National Express Ltd National Grid National Motorcycle Council National Trust National Trust - London Neighbourcare St John's Wood & Maida Vale New Addington BID New West End Company (NWEC) Newham Cyclists Newham Safer Transport Team NHS London NHS Tower Hamlets CCG Northbank BID Northbank Business Improvement District (BID) Northbank Guild Norwood Green Residents' Association Ocean Leisure Ocean Youth Connexions Olympian Olympus Bus & Coach Company t/a Olympian Coaches, On Demand PR & Marketing Ltd., On Your Bike Cycle Training One Events Original Tour Orpington 1st Oxford Tube (Stagecoach) Oxford Tube (Thames Transit), Paddington BID Paddington Residents Active Concern On Transport (PRACT) Parliament Security Parliamentary Advisory Council for Transport Safety (PACTS) Parliamentary Estates Passenger Focus Pedal4Health

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Permium Tours Phil Jones Associates philip kemp cycle training Pimlico FREDA Planning Design Porcellio Ltd t/a Meridian Duck Tours, Port of London Authority Premium Coaches Ltd, Private Hire Board Purple Parking Ltd, Puzzle Focus Ltd Queen Mary University of London Queensbridge House Hotel R Hearn t/a Hearn's Coaches, Rabobank RAC RAC Foundation for Motoring RADAR London Access Forum Radio Taxis Rank and Highways Representative for Unite RB Kingston RBKC Cycling Red Rose Travel Redbridge Cycling Campaign Redbridge Cycling Centre Redbridge Safer Transport Team Redwing (Evan Evans) Redwing Coaches (Pullmanor Ltd), REEDS RIVER CRUISES Reliance Reliance Travel, Residents Society of Mayfair and St James's Reynolds Diplomat Coaches RIB TOURS LONDON Richmond Cycling Campaign Richmond Safer Transport Team RICS / Roux Restaurant Ringway Jacobs RIVER THAMES BOAT HIRE RMT RMT London Taxi branch RNIB RNID (Royal National Institute for Deaf People) Road Danger Reduction Forum Road Haulage Association Roadpeace Royal Borough of Greenwich Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames Royal Greenwich Cycle Training Royal Horse Artillery Royal Household Royal Institute of British Architects

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Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors Royal London Society for Blind People Royal Mail Royal Mews Royal Parks Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) RS Hispaniola Sainsbury's Supermarkets Sardar Ali Khan t/a Red Eagle, SCOPE SEBRA Sense Sixty Plus Sloane Robson Investment securities Soho Society Somerset House South Bucks Cycle Training South East Bayswater Residents Association South East London PCT South Herts Plus Cycle Training South London Business Forum South London Partnership Southbank Employers Group Southdown PSV Ltd, Southgate & Finchley Coaches Ltd Southwark Cyclists Southwark Safer Transport Team Space Syntax Spokes Cycling Instruction St Helen's Residents' Association St John's Wood Society STA Bikes Ltd. Steer Davies Gleave Stratford Renaissance Partnership Stroke Association Successful Sutton Sullivan Bus and Coach Ltd Supreme Court Sussex Square Residents Association Sustrans Sutton Centre for Voluntary Sector Sutton mobility forum Sutton Safer Transport Team Tattershall Castle Taxi and Private hire Team London Bridge Technicolour Tyre Company Terravision Transport Ltd / Stansted Transport Ltd, Tesco TGM Group Ltd THAMES & ORWELL MARINE SERVICES THAMES CLIPPERS THAMES CRUISES THAMES EXECUTIVE CHARTERS

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THAMES LEISURE THAMES LIMO LTD THAMES LUXURY CHARTERS THAMES RIB EXPERIENCE THAMES RIVER SERVICES Thames Tideway project Thames Water The Association of Guide Dogs for the Blind The Automobile Association The Big Bus Company Ltd, The British Dyslexia Association The British Motorcyclists' Federation The Cabinet Office The Canal & River Trust The City of Oxford Motor Services Ltd, The company of watermen and lightermen The Excel Centre The fishmongers company The Ghost Bus Tours Ltd The Grange City Hotel The hung drawn and quartered The Kings Ferry The Licensed Taxi Drivers' Association The Mermaid Centre The Novotel, City The O2 The Original London Sightseeing Tour /London Pride Sightseeing Ltd, The Road Haulage Assoc. Ltd. The Southwark Cyclists The Supreme Court The Wellington Trust The Yacht London (Temple Pier) Thomas's London Day Schools (Transport) Ltd Thorney Island Society Time for Twickenham TNT TOPSAIL CHARTERS Tower Hamlets mobility forum Tower Hamlets Safer Transport Team Tower Hamlets Wheelers Tower Place West Facilities Manager Tower RNLI Tower Transit Operations Ltd, Traffic Police Trailblazers, Muscular Dystrophy UK Transport for All Transport for Greater Manchester Transport Initiatives TURK LAUNCHES Tyssen Community School Cycle Training UK Power Networks UK Supreme Courts Unite Unite The Union

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Unite the Union (taxis) University College London University of Westminster Universitybus Ltd t/a uno, UPS Urban Movement Vandome Cycles Vauxhall One BID Victoria BID VISCOUNT CRUISES/CAMPION LAUNCHES Vision Impairment Forum Vogt and Maguire shipbroking Ltd Walk England Walk London Waltham Forest Cycling Campaign Waltham Forest Safer Transport Team Wandsworth - London Cycling Campaign Wandsworth Cycling Campaign Wandsworth mobility forum Wandsworth Safer Transport Team Waterloo Quarter West London West London Alliance West Twyford Residents' Association Westfield London Westfield Shepherds Bush Westminster Abbey Westminster City Council Conservation Officer Westminster Cycling Campaign WESTMINSTER PARTY BOATS Westminster Safer Transport Team Westminster School Westminster Special Events Westway Development Trust Wheels for Wellbeing Whizz-Kidz Willow Lane Trading Estate (Merton) Wilsons Cycles Wincanton Woodfines WOODS RIVER CRUISES www.cyclinginstructor.com X90 (Oxford Bus Co) Young Lewisham and Greenwich Cyclists

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Appendix F – Email to Oyster users on the TfL database

Home Plan journey Status update Cycling

Dear Internal TfL recipient,

We would like your views on further proposals for the East-West Cycle Route in St James’s Park, as part of the Road Modernisation Plan.

The proposals would provide a new segregated two-way cycle track on Spur Road, between Constitution Hill and Birdcage Walk. This would enable cyclists to travel in both directions on Spur Road, separating them from the traffic.

The new route would form part of the wider East-West Cycle Superhighway, which will run from Tower Hill to Acton.

For full details and to share your views, please visit tfl.gov.uk/east-west-spur-road

This consultation will run until Sunday 4 October 2015.

Yours sincerely,

Nigel Hardy Head of Road Space Management Sponsorship

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Appendix G – Copy of flyer distributed at public exhibitions

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