Pedestrian Improvements at Bow Interchange Response to Consultation July 2015 Contents

Pedestrian improvements at Bow Interchange Response to Consultation July 2015 Contents

Executive summary ...... 3 1. Introduction ...... 4 2. The consultation ...... 10 3. Responses to consultation ...... 13 4. Conclusion and next steps ...... 20 Appendix A: Response to issues commonly raised ...... 21 Appendix B: Consultation letter and map of distribution area ...... 29 Appendix C: Consultation email ...... 33 Appendix D: Stakeholder email and list of stakeholders emailed ...... 34 Appendix E: Press release and local media coverage ...... 41

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Executive summary

As part of our Road Modernisation Plan, Transport for London is reviewing junctions and gyratories across London, including Bow Interchange, to make them safer for all road users.

While we continue to develop plans for Bow Interchange and the wider Bow area, we developed an interim scheme to deliver pedestrian improvements at Bow Interchange. The Bow Vision Interim scheme would provide signalised pedestrian crossings at Bow roundabout, Bow Road and Stratford High Street.

We consulted on the Bow Vision Interim scheme between 16 February and 1 April 2015. This document explains the processes, responses and outcomes of the recent consultation, and sets out our response to issues commonly raised.

We received 174 responses to the consultation, of which 86 per cent supported or partially supported our proposals. Supporters felt the proposals would improve pedestrian safety at the interchange, although some requested more or different pedestrian and cycling provision. A small number of respondents had other concerns, including the impact on motor traffic. We also received suggestions for longer-term changes in the area.

After considering all responses and issues raised, we intend to proceed with the Bow Vision Interim scheme with no significant changes to the proposals consulted on.

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1. Introduction

1.1 Purpose of the scheme

While we continue to develop plans for Bow Interchange and the wider Bow area, under the Bow Vision Programme, we developed an interim scheme to deliver pedestrian improvements at Bow Interchange. The Bow Vision Interim scheme would provide signalised pedestrian crossings at Bow roundabout, Bow Road and Stratford High Street.

1.2 Description of the proposals

The proposed road layout changes included:

New signalised pedestrian crossings linking Stratford High Street and Bow Road; unsignalised pedestrian crossings removed • We would install new signalised pedestrian crossings to link Stratford High Street and Bow Road via the roundabout traffic island • The westbound cycle early-start facility on Stratford High Street would be repositioned to make space for the new pedestrian crossing. The length of the cycle early-start facility would remain 18 metres • We would remove the unsignalised pedestrian crossings on the Blackwall Tunnel Northern Approach slip roads

New signalised pedestrian crossings on Bow Road; eastbound cycle ‘early-start’ facility lengthened • We would install new signalised crossings to allow pedestrians to cross Bow Road • The eastbound cycle early-start facility on Bow Road would be repositioned to make space for the new pedestrian crossing and redesigned similar to the layout of the westbound cycle early-start facility on Stratford High Street. The length of the cycle early-start facility would be increased to 18 metres

New signalised pedestrian and cycle crossings on Stratford High Street, and improved access to the River Lea towpath • We would install new signalised crossings to allow pedestrians and cyclists to cross Stratford High Street • These crossings would provide a connection for cyclists between Cycle Superhighway Route 2 westbound and the River Lea towpath

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Existing traffic islands on Stratford High Street merged into one large kerbed island; eastbound contraflow lane removed • Merging the existing traffic islands and removing the eastbound contraflow lane would create a new area of public space • This new island would be shared by pedestrians and cyclists to enable cyclists to cross Stratford High Street to access the towpath

Other proposals included:

Improved urban spaces and pedestrian wayfinding • We would resurface the traffic islands and install new lighting to improve the quality of the pedestrian environment and encourage pedestrians and cyclists to use the dedicated signalised crossings • The southern planter on the roundabout central island would be adjusted to improve pedestrian accessibility • We would install Legible London signs to provide pedestrians with maps of the local area and other wayfinding information. Additional signage would be attached to the flyover columns, providing simple and clear directions

You can find full details and background information of the consultation proposals here.

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1.3 Location map

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1.4 Consultation drawing

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1.5 Artist’s impression of the proposals

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1.6 The Bow Vision Programme

The consultation material also included an update on the Bow Vision Programme:

At Bow Interchange • We will be looking at options that redesign the junction and remove the roundabout in order to provide more direct and straightforward facilities for pedestrians and cyclists • We will be investigating the removal of Bow flyover in order to provide additional pedestrian crossings on Bow Road and Stratford High Street • We will be exploring ways to improve the urban environment that reflect the characteristics of the local area

The wider Bow area • We will be looking at options to improve access from Stratford High Street and the A12 Blackwall Tunnel Northern Approach to new developments, provide signalised crossings for pedestrians and cyclists, and enable us to extend the bus network through new communities • We will be investigating other ways to improve pedestrian and cycle connections across the A12 without any impact on traffic, such as improving existing subways and providing a new bridge for pedestrians and cyclists

We stated that further updates would be issued as our plans develop, with further consultation on the Bow Vision Programme planned for 2016.

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2. The consultation

2.1. Consultation structure and duration

Duration The consultation ran from 17 February to 1 April 2015. We also accepted requests from key stakeholders for later submissions up until 10 April. Responses from three key stakeholders were received after this date and were also considered by TfL and included in this report.

Consultation structure Information on the consultation and details of the proposals was available online at tfl.gov.uk/bow-vision from 17 February.

Respondents were asked about their level of support for the Bow Vision Interim scheme (‘support’, ‘partially support’, ‘don’t support’, ‘not sure’, ‘no opinion’), and whether they had any comments on the proposals. Respondents were also given an opportunity to comment on the future Bow Vision Programme.

Respondents were asked to submit their name, email address, postcode, along with information about their travel habits. All questions were optional, apart from the question asking for overall views on the proposals. 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.

Publication of traffic modelling data Information summarising benefits and impacts for other road users was provided on the consultation website, alongside details of the proposals. This included a summary of predicted journey time impacts through the scheme area.

2.2. Consultation material, distribution and publicity

2.2.1 Consultation website

On 17 February 2015, detailed information on the proposals was published at tfl.gov.uk/bow-vision. This consultation information included an overview map of the Bow Interchange area, a drawing of the proposed scheme, a computer-generated image (CGI) showing an artist’s impression, and a description of the proposals.

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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 events held during the consultation period.

One respondent commented on the proposals by telephone. The comments were captured by TfL Customer Services and added to the consultation responses.

2.2.3 Consultation publicity

The consultation information was publicised via the following channels:

Letter to households: We sent a consultation letter, overview map, consultation drawing and visualisation of the proposals to 7,600 addresses in the immediate area of the proposed scheme. A copy of the letter can be found here. The mailing area was agreed with LB Newham and Tower Hamlets, and is shown in Appendix B. The letter summarised the proposals and gave a link to the online consultation information and survey.

Emails to individuals: We emailed over 6,300 people on the TfL database who are known to cycle, drive or use public transport in the area. The email briefly described the proposed scheme, and invited recipients to find out more and respond via the consultation website. The email is shown in Appendix C.

Emails to stakeholders: We emailed over 1,300 different stakeholder organisations and individuals to let them know about the consultation. In addition, we emailed the respondents to the Cycle Superhighway 2 (CS2) Upgrade and CS2 Extension consultations who had provided their contact details. Please see Appendix D for the email and list of stakeholders. The email contained a brief summary of the proposals and a link to the consultation website.

Meetings with stakeholders: The consultation material and approach was presented to a Vision for Bow Stakeholder Progress Meeting on Monday 26 January 2015. Please see Chapter 2.3 for further details.

Press and media: The consultation was publicised as part of TfL’s 17 February press release announcing the start of construction on the upgrade to Cycle Superhighway Route 2 between Bow and Aldgate.

The consultation received coverage in local newspapers and blogs. Links to the press release and articles can be found in Appendix E

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2.3. Stakeholder meetings

2.3.1 Bow Vision Working Group

In March 2012, TfL established the Bow Vision Working Group which includes representatives from the London Borough of Tower Hamlets, London Borough of Newham, and the London Legacy Development Corporation (LLDC). The Working Group met on 26 November 2014 to discuss the Bow Vision Interim scheme design and agree the urban design principles.

2.3.2 Bow Vision Stakeholder Group

In 2014, TfL established the Bow Vision Stakeholder Group, chaired by Isabel Dedring, Deputy Mayor for Transport, and including the London Assembly Member for City and East, local Councillors from LB Tower Hamlets and Newham, as well as members of the Bow Vision Working Group. The Stakeholder Group first met on 20 June 2014 when they agreed the preferred option for the Bow Vision Interim scheme to be taken forward for concept design. On 26 January 2015, the group met and agreed the scheme design and public consultation material.

2.4 Public consultation events

We held two public events in Bow Church so that people could discuss proposals with the project team and provide feedback:

St Mary's Church, 230 Bow Road, London, E3 3AH Tuesday 24 February, 1530-1930 Saturday 14 March, 1100-1500

Individuals and stakeholders were invited to respond by either using the online survey on our website, by emailing TfL at [email protected], or by filling in a paper feedback form (available at events or by post on request).

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3. Responses to consultation

3.1. Overview of consultation responses

TfL received a total of 174 responses to the Bow Vision Interim scheme consultation. The majority of respondents supported the proposals, with 61 per cent fully supporting and 25 per cent partially supporting the scheme. 10 per cent of respondents did not support the proposed scheme.

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Support Partially No opinion Not sure Don't support support

Support for the Bow Vision Interim scheme proposals

The responses included submissions from 16 stakeholder groups and individual businesses and employers. These included local authorities, road user groups, business groups and individual businesses, and emergency services. Of these responses from stakeholders and businesses, seven indicated full support for the proposals, three indicated partial support, and four indicated opposition to the proposals. Two responses offered no opinion on the proposed scheme itself.

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3.2 About the respondents

3.2.1 How respondents heard about the consultation Of the 174 respondents to the consultation, 164 provided information on how they heard about the consultation.

Almost half the respondents heard about the consultation via email (86 respondents, 49 per cent). This was followed by visitors to the TfL website (22, 13 per cent), recipients of the consultation letter (18, 10 per cent), and Twitter users (13, 7 per cent).

How did you hear about Percentage of this consultation? Number of total (five most popular respondents respondents answers) Email 86 49% TfL website 22 13% Letter 18 10% Twitter 13 7% Search engine/blog/other 5% 8 website

3.2.2 How respondents identified themselves

Of the 174 respondents, 165 provided information on how they identified themselves in relation to the consultation. Respondents were able to select any option that applied.

The majority of respondents identified themselves as local residents (111, 64 per cent). A quarter of respondents commuted through the area (46, 26 per cent). 22 respondents were employed locally (22, 13 per cent).

Are you (please tick all Number of Percentage of boxes that apply) respondents total respondents Local resident 111 64% Commuter 46 26% Employed locally 22 13% Visitor 19 11% Other 10 6% Business owner 1 1% Not Answered 7 4%

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3.2.2 How respondents travel locally

Of the 174 respondents to the consultation, 160 provided information on the types of transport they use locally. Respondents were able to select any option that applied.

The majority of respondents walk through the local area (125, 72 per cent). Over half the respondents use the tube or DLR (120, 69 per cent) and bus (104, 60 per cent).

What types of transport Percentage Number of do you normally use of total respondents locally (please tick all respondents boxes that apply)? Walk 125 72% Tube/DLR 120 69% Bus 104 60% Bicycle 69 40% Car 54 31% Train 51 29% Taxi 30 17% Motorcycle/Moped 5 3% Van 2 1% Lorry 2 1% Coach 2 1% Other 1 1% Not Answered 6 3%

3.3 Comments on the consultation process and material

Of the 174 respondents to the consultation, 29 commented on the consultation process and material. Issues raised included the following:

• 12 respondents felt that the consultation could have been advertised to a wider audience • Six respondents offered positive comments on the material provided • Five respondents expressed concern that not enough information on the impact and cost of the scheme was provided • Two respondents commented that clearer images of the proposals would have been useful when responding

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3.4 Responses to consultation

3.4.1 Comments on the interim proposals at Bow Interchange

Of the 174 respondents to the consultation, 133 (77 per cent) provided comments on the proposals for the Bow Vision Interim scheme.

Pedestrian facilities 60 respondents commented on pedestrian facilities: • 21 respondents felt the proposals to introduce signalised crossings would improve pedestrian safety at Bow Interchange • 21 respondents proposed that crossings should be provided on the pedestrian desire lines • 11 respondents, including The Canal and River Trust, requested that the existing uncontrolled crossings, north and south of Bow roundabout, be maintained • Seven respondents, including Living Streets, stated that crossings should be provided on all arms of Bow roundabout Three respondents proposed alternative locations for the signalised crossings • One respondent proposed a subway facility be installed for pedestrians and cyclists • The Canal and River Trust requested that towpath access to the roundabout should be improved

Cycle facilities and safety 34 respondents commented on cycle facilities and safety at Bow Interchange: • 14 respondents requested that more cycle segregation should be installed at the roundabout • 10 respondents suggested that the signals for cyclists could be improved. Suggestions included more green time when exiting the early-start facilities, and audio feedback for cyclists • Seven respondents, including London Cycling Campaign, Tower Hamlets Wheelers and Newham Cyclists, expressed concern regarding the operation of the existing early-start facilities • Five respondents, including London Cycling Campaign and Tower Hamlets Wheelers, were concerned that the behaviour of some drivers at the roundabout posed risks to cyclists. Such behaviour included encroachment of the early-start facilities and contravening red lights. • Three respondents suggested that traffic-calming measures should be installed in order to reduce traffic speed through Bow Interchange • Two respondents supported the proposals as improving cycle safety • One respondent opposed the provision of shared space underneath the flyover, while one respondent opposed the reallocation of carriageway space to cyclists, from other road users, that had occurred as part of previous cycling improvement schemes

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• Other suggestions included improved street lighting, widening the cycle lanes on the approach to and the exit from the roundabout, further enlarging both early-start facilities, and closing Bow roundabout and the approach roads to all traffic except cyclists • The British Motorcyclists Federation requested that two-wheeled motor vehicles should be allowed to use the early-start facilities • CTC London requested that better access to the River Lea towpath be provided for less confident cyclists

Support/positive comments 27 respondents offered general positive comments, including John Biggs AM, LB Newham and LB Tower Hamlets.

Impact on other road users Ten respondents, including the Alliance of British Drivers, expressed concern at the scheme’s impact on journey times through Bow Interchange.

Impact of construction Three respondents expressed concern at the impact construction of the scheme would have on the local area and businesses.

General opposition to the scheme Two respondents opposed the proposals in general.

3.4.2 Comments on the future Bow Vision Programme

Of the 174 respondents to the consultation, 54 provided comments on the future Bow Vision Programme.

Bow flyover 30 respondents commented on the future of Bow flyover: • 20 respondents supported its possible removal • 10 respondents opposed its removal

Cycle facilities in Bow 19 respondents expressed concern about cycle facilities: • 10 respondents requested more segregated cycle lanes • Two respondents questioned the use of early-start facilities • Two respondents requested that cyclists be allowed to use the flyover • Two respondents requested that the segregated cycle lanes be extended further • Two respondents requested that traffic-calming measures be installed • One respondent suggested alternative signal phasing should be used

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Support/positive comments 17 respondents offered positive comments on the future proposals: • 11 respondents welcomed the proposals as improving safety for pedestrians and cyclists • Six respondents supported the proposals in general

Streetscape improvements 11 respondents provided comments on possible streetscape improvements as part of the future programme, including suggestions to improve the street lighting, planters and signage.

Pedestrian facilities Six respondents requested that more pedestrian facilities be provided in the Bow area as part of the future programme, with three respondents stating that crossings should be provided on pedestrian desire lines

Concern about the cost/impact of the future scheme Six respondents commented on the potential cost and impact of the scheme: • Three respondents expressed concern about the cost of the Bow Vision Programme • Two respondents suggested that the future proposals should be developed after the interim scheme has been implemented • Two respondents expressed concern about the impact that the construction of the future proposals would have on the area

3.5 Responses from statutory bodies and other stakeholders

We received 16 responses from statutory bodies, stakeholders, businesses and business groups. Their responses are summarised below:

Stakeholder Summary of comments Opposed the interim proposals, and expressed Alliance of British Drivers concern that the proposals would result in longer journey times Supported the interim proposals, and requested that British Motorcyclists Federation two-wheeled motor vehicles be allowed to use the early-start facilities Partially supported the interim proposals. The Trust would like towpath access to be enhanced from the roundabout, and also Legible London-style signage Canal and River Trust be installed to indicate towpath access. The Trust also believes that the existing unsignalised pedestrian crossings should not be removed

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Supported the interim proposals, and suggested CTC London better access to the towpaths for less confident cyclists Offered no opinion on the interim proposals. They recommended that the interim proposals are developed on the basis of minimising street clutter English Heritage and should create a safe and attractive public realm, taking the opportunity to remove old and unnecessary street clutter Partially supported the interim proposals; opposed Harbrine Limited the possible removal of the flyover as part of the Bow Vision Programme Supported the interim proposals, and the principle of the future Bow Vision Programme to make Bow Interchange safer for all road users. Would like the John Biggs AM interim scheme to be reviewed post-implementation, and an indicative timeline established for the longer term proposals Kippa BID LTF Supported the interim proposals Opposed the interim proposals, and urged TfL to revisit their design in order to properly address pedestrian safety and amenity in this location, Living Streets particularly in recognition of the changing nature of the area and the expected increase in people walking there Supported the interim proposals and supported the London Borough of Newham possible removal of the flyover in the future as part of the Bow Vision Programme Supported the interim proposals, and supported the London Borough of Tower possible removal of the flyover in the future as part Hamlets of the Bow Vision Programme Opposed the interim proposals. Concerned about the early-start facility on Bow Road, potential conflict London Cycling Campaign with large goods vehicles (LGVs), and driver behaviour putting cyclists at risk. Offered no opinion on the interim proposals. They London Fire Brigade are concerned about potential delays in appliance attendance times during construction. Partially supported the interim proposals. Concerned about the repositioning of the westbound Newham Cyclists early-start facility and signalised pedestrian crossing. Requested that all signalised crossings be Toucans. Porsche East London Supported the interim proposals Opposed the interim proposals. Concerned about the early-start facility on Bow Road, potential conflict Tower Hamlets Wheelers with LGVs, and driver behaviour putting cyclists at risk.

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4. Conclusion and next steps

4.1 TfL’s response to consultation

We received a total of 174 responses to the consultation on pedestrian improvements at Bow Interchange. The majority of these supported the proposals for the Bow Vision Interim scheme, with 61 per cent fully supporting and 25 per cent partially supporting the scheme. 10 per cent of respondents did not support the proposed scheme and four per cent were not sure or had no opinion. Supporters felt the proposals would improve pedestrian safety at the interchange, although some requested more or different pedestrian and cycling provision. A small number of respondents had other concerns, including the impact on motor traffic. We also received suggestions for longer-term changes in the area.

After careful consideration of the responses to consultation, we intend to proceed with the Bow Vision Interim scheme, with no significant changes to the proposals consulted on. Our response to issues commonly raised is available in Appendix A.

4.2 Next steps

Construction of the Bow Vision Interim scheme is planned to begin later in 2015 and finish in summer 2016. To minimise the impact of construction and works traffic on Bow and the surrounding area, the work will be coordinated with the ongoing CS2 upgrade works and the developer-led scheme to signalise the junction of Stratford High Street and Sugar House Lane. We will write to residents and road user groups in advance of construction work, as well as all respondents to this consultation who provided contact details.

4.3 The Vision for Bow

In partnership with the London Boroughs of Tower Hamlets and Newham, we are planning to deliver the Vision for Bow: a place which all road users, passing through, find accessible, safe and connected.

Over the next year we will continue to develop schemes for Bow Interchange and the wider Bow area as part of the Bow Vision Programme.

We will issue further updates as our plans develop, with further consultation on the Bow Vision Programme planned for 2016.

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Appendix A: Response to issues commonly raised

Pedestrian crossings

Retain the uncontrolled pedestrian crossings We will remove the uncontrolled crossings over the A12 slip roads in order to discourage pedestrians from continuing to cross at these locations, where traffic speeds and flows are high.

Signalise the existing uncontrolled pedestrian crossings Signalised crossings can be provided on the Bow Road and Stratford High Street exits as they can be set back a suitable distance from the roundabout to ensure vehicles do not block the exits.

As part of this interim solution, it is not possible to replace the existing uncontrolled crossings on the exit slip roads of the A12 with signalised crossings. This is due to the limited space available at the roundabout to accommodate the number of vehicles that would be waiting at the new signalised crossings. Without additional storage capacity for these vehicles, the impact of these traffic queues would significantly impact the operation of both the roundabout and the approach roads. Such capacity could be provided by setting the crossings a suitable distance back from the roundabout but this would require the creation of new footway, which would mean acquiring additional highway land, installing bridge decking extensions over the A12 Blackwall Tunnel Northern Approach underpass, or a combination of both. This would not be achievable within the timescales of the interim scheme.

As part of the Bow Vision Programme, we will continue to develop options for Bow Interchange that include further improvements to pedestrian crossings at Bow roundabout.

The length of time required to cross Bow Interchange east-west will discourage pedestrians from using the signalised crossings We accept that some pedestrians may choose to continue to informally cross at the northern and southern arms of Bow roundabout. However, the removal of dropped kerbs and tactile paving at these locations will signify to pedestrians that these are not recommended crossing points. The urban design proposals include a different surface treatment for the areas connecting the new crossings, as well as improved wayfinding signage, in order to encourage pedestrians to use the new crossings.

Wider pedestrian crossings should be installed The proposed crossings are standard widths (3.2 metres for pedestrian crossings and 4 metres for pedestrian and cycle crossings). Wider crossings would have an impact on traffic capacity at the roundabout, and are not currently required as the volume of pedestrians at this location is low.

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While we expect pedestrian numbers in the area to increase considerably in the next ten years, the interim scheme will address the immediate local needs of pedestrian demand and help support the growth in pedestrian numbers.

We will ensure that the proposals for Bow Interchange that are being developed as part of the Bow Vision Programme will accommodate the expected increase in pedestrian numbers.

The signalised pedestrian crossings should be made pedestrian/cyclist crossings If the proposed pedestrian crossings located in front of the early start facilities on Bow Road and Stratford High Street were made pedestrian/cyclist crossings, cyclists crossing the road to join CS2 would need to travel in the opposite direction to the route they are taking in order to safely enter the roundabout via the early start facilities. Some cyclists may choose to try to join CS2 immediately after crossing the road, ahead of the early start facilities. If cyclists were to enter the roundabout without observing the cycle signals, they would be at risk of collision with left-turning vehicles.

On Bow Road, the footway adjacent to the early start facility is too narrow to be converted to a shared footway and there is insufficient highway land available to widen the footway.

For these reasons, we have decided not to install pedestrian/cyclist crossings at all crossing points.

Cycle safety and facilities

Cycle safety A number of respondents asked how the scheme improves cycling safety in the area.

The introduction of early-start facilities, low-level signals for cyclists, the segregated extension to CS2 between Bow and Stratford, and the current upgrade to CS2 between Aldgate and Bow have all focused on improving cycle safety in the area. The primary objective of the Bow Vision Interim scheme is to improve pedestrian facilities at Bow Interchange.

However, the scheme does include changes to the eastbound early-start facility to provide more space for waiting cyclists and improve compliance with red signals. The scheme also proposes new shared pedestrian and cycle crossings that will provide a new connection between CS2 westbound and the towpath adjacent to the River Lea. The new crossings will reduce the need for cyclists either to make a difficult manoeuvre around the roundabout, or dismount in order to cross Stratford High Street, where there is no existing crossing provision.

Low-level cycle signals We introduced low-level cycle signals at Bow roundabout in January 2014, as part of an on-street trial authorised by the Department for Transport (DfT).

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As a result of this trial, in May 2015 the DfT gave TfL authorisation to install low-level cycle signals at all sites where TfL is the Traffic Authority. Low-level cycle signals are currently being installed at other sites as a permanent feature, and TfL has no immediate plans to change the low-level signal equipment at Bow roundabout.

The signals for cyclists should be easier to understand As described above, low-level signals with cycle logos, specifically designed to help cyclists, were introduced at Bow roundabout in 2014. The signals have been sited to ensure the best possible visibility for cyclists, while avoiding confusion for other road users.

Acoustic traffic signals One respondent suggested the installation of acoustic traffic signals for cyclists. Such signals are not currently authorised for use by the DfT.

Colouring the early-start ‘cycle reservoir’ blue At Bow roundabout, the cycle early-start facilities were introduced to enable cyclists to clear potential points of conflict with left-turning vehicles. They consist of a ‘cycle gate’ arrangement with low-level signals for cyclists.

A ‘cycle gate’ is a method of giving cyclists some time and space to move away from a junction ahead of motorised vehicles and relies on there being two sets of signals and two stop lines for cyclists – the first acts as a ‘gate’ to allow cyclists into a ‘cycle reservoir’ ahead of general traffic to await a green light at the second stop line.

An advanced stop line (ASL) can be provided at signalised junctions where provision for cyclists is on-carriageway and unsegregated, in order to give cyclists some degree of priority and help to raise driver awareness of cyclists. ASL boxes are often coloured to highlight a location as a point of particular conflict.

As the operation of a ‘cycle gate’ and ASL differ, it is important that a ‘cycle gate’ reservoir is not marked in such a way as to make it appear like an ASL. For this reason, the cycle reservoirs within the cycle early start facilities at Bow roundabout are not coloured blue.

Increase the length of segregation approaching the early-start facilities Although the extension of CS2 was introduced as a segregated facility, the cycle lane could not be segregated along the entire length of the westbound approach to the early start facility due to the nearby junction with the access road. The Bow Vision Interim scheme does not reduce the length of segregation at this location.

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Repositioning the early-start facilities to accommodate signalised pedestrian crossings Concerns were raised regarding the repositioning of the westbound early-start facility. Relocating the early start is not expected to increase the collision risk as the signal timings will be amended to ensure cyclists pass the conflict point ahead of general traffic turning left.

Increasing the depth of the early-start reservoir on Bow Road We are proposing to change the layout of the early start facility on Bow Road to be consistent with the layout of the early start facility on Stratford High Street. This involves: increasing the reservoir depth to 18 metres; relocating the cycle stop line on the approach to the facility, so that it is ahead of the stop line for general traffic; and cutting back the segregation island in front of the cycle lane. These changes are being made because the revised layout is expected to improve traffic signal compliance.

Allow powered two-wheelers to use deepened early-start facilities As described above, the 18m depth proposed for the eastbound early start facility will be consistent with the layout of the early start facility on Stratford High Street. Allowing powered two-wheelers to use the early-start facility would pose a safety risk due to the difference in rate of acceleration compared to cyclists.

Move the pedestrian crossings between the early-start facilities and the stop line for vehicles, increasing the distance between cyclists and waiting traffic Cyclists would have less green time to enter the early-start cycle reservoir if the pedestrian crossings were moved, compared to the proposed design.

Installation of red light cameras to monitor driver behaviour and red light trespass There is a London-wide policy held by TfL, working with the Police services who enforce both on-street enforcement and safety cameras across London, to only install red light cameras as mitigation for a history of people being killed or seriously injured (KSI) as a result of red light trespass. Criteria are used to assess whether the installation of a camera would be justified so that the camera would help improve safety by reducing the number of red light trespass related KSIs.

The criteria for the implementation of a red light camera are that there must have been a minimum of two injury collisions on the same arm of a junction (in a three year period) that resulted in one KSI and both of these collisions must have been as a result of a red light trespass. The information is based on collision data which is recorded by the relevant Police force.

As Bow roundabout is signalised on all approaches, each traffic signal stop line is considered as a separate location. According to the most recent three years of collision data we have (April 2012 to March 2015), none of the traffic signal stop line locations at Bow roundabout meet these criteria. Therefore, it is doubtful that the installation of red light cameras would reduce collisions and so it is not being considered in this instance. However, like all junctions across London, we will continue to keep this under review.

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Regular on-street enforcement is carried out at Bow roundabout as part of Operation Safeway, which looks to enforce traffic rules for all road users, including red light “jumping” by motor vehicles and cyclists.

Install cycle lanes on Bow flyover Significant changes to the cycle provision at Bow Interchange are outside the scope of the Bow Vision Interim scheme. However, we have previously considered whether it would be possible to install cycle lanes on Bow flyover. Signalised junctions would need to be installed at each end of the flyover in order to allow safe entry and exit for cyclists using the cycle lanes. As this would have significant impacts on journey times for road users accessing the flyover in both directions, we were unable to develop these plans any further.

Yellow boxes should be marked on the roundabout in front of the westbound Stratford High Street approach and eastbound Bow Road approach to discourage blocking of cyclists Yellow boxes would reduce the available queuing space within the circulatory carriageway. This would increase the risk of vehicles having to stop within the cycle early start facility when the traffic signals turn red, due to not being able to enter the roundabout.

The use by some motorists of the service road off Stratford High Street to bypass the traffic signals will pose a risk to cyclists The area of triangular land between Stratford High Street, Hunts Lane and the River Lea is currently being developed by LandProp (now Vastint), who have planning permission to develop a hotel on that area of their site.

As a part of the development, it is understood that the service road will become part of the development site and will be closed for public use by the developer. The London Borough of Newham has been in discussion with the developers, regarding ways of restricting access for public vehicles during the construction phase, and the developer is considering appropriate measures to address any safety issues, including the interaction of vehicles with cyclists.

The footway on the southeastern corner of the roundabout to the towpath should be made shared access We have explored whether it is possible to change the existing footway to shared use at this location. The footway is not wide enough to accommodate cyclists and pedestrians safely at this point. We therefore do not intend to change the usage of this section of footway.

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Impact on traffic

Concerns proposals would increase general congestion and journey times TfL acknowledges the concerns that some organisations and individuals have expressed regarding the potential traffic impact of these proposals. However, we are satisfied that the impact on traffic is reasonable when balanced against the improvements the scheme would provide for pedestrians who currently cross Bow Interchange and the likely growth in walking through the area, including people who would walk more if they felt it to be safer.

Modelling the impact of the scheme We expect that some delays to general traffic and buses would occur during construction, and our analysis shows the proposals would result in changes, both positive and negative, to journey times for motorists, bus passengers and cyclists once complete.

TfL has used traffic modelling techniques to calculate the expected journey time changes through the area at the busiest hour in both the morning and evening peak. The model includes two other local development schemes, which collectively would impact road users: the upgrade of CS2 between Bow Interchange and Fairfield Road, and the developer-led scheme to signalise the junction of Stratford High Street and Sugar House Lane.

Pedestrians Our proposals would enable pedestrians to cross Bow Interchange, both north-south and east-west, while traffic is held at a red light. However, the addition of signalised pedestrian crossings will have an impact on the traffic movements through the junction.

Cyclists With the introduction of new signals, the journey times for cyclists using CS2 are expected to increase by one minute. However, westbound journeys in the evening peak are likely to be unaffected.

Bus passengers For bus passengers travelling through Bow Interchange, our latest analysis shows that some journeys would be longer by around two minutes at peak times. Other bus journeys are expected to be unaffected or slightly quicker.

Motorists For some motorists travelling through Bow Interchange, our latest analysis shows longer peak journey times of around two minutes.

The greatest journey time increases are likely to be for motorists leaving the northbound A12 Blackwall Tunnel Northern Approach in the morning peak and for motorists joining the A12 Blackwall Tunnel Northern Approach, from Stratford High Street, in the evening peak.

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However, journey times for motorists joining the A12 Blackwall Tunnel Northern Approach from Bow Road are likely to improve slightly.

Bus journey time mitigation TfL has a £200m Bus Priority programme, which will support London’s economy by reducing the impact from expected increases in traffic levels and congestion on bus journey times and reliability, by the easing of movement through key junctions along identified bus routes. It will also unlock Opportunity Areas identified in the London Plan, increasing the mode share of the bus at these locations. Achieving these aims will protect the bus passenger experience at designated locations throughout London; and enable London to continue moving, growing and working.

Funding from the Bus Priority programme has been ring-fenced to target improvements on those bus routes potentially impacted by new cycling infrastructure, in order to rebalance time lost and improve reliability. Proposals will help to safeguard bus journey times and reliability by easing traffic and movement at key junctions.

Mitigating the remaining impact The traffic modelling we have undertaken includes planned changes to signal timings which will help keep traffic moving. However, it does not include our other planned measures to manage traffic in London, including increased enforcement in areas at risk of congestion, influencing freight and servicing activity to reduce traffic volumes at busy times and locations, and improved driver information to enable more accurate journey planning. We expect that these measures will collectively have a positive impact on predicted journey time changes. We are also investing further in advanced traffic signal technology to allow us to better manage traffic depending on differing conditions at any given time.

We will also provide signage in advance of junctions approaching Bow Interchange and work with satellite navigation companies to help drivers plan the most appropriate route for their journey.

Impact on emergency services We will continue discussions with the emergency services as we finalise our designs.

Changes to the road layout at Bow Interchange

Widening of the carriageway and increasing capacity at Bow roundabout The proposal retains two circulatory lanes around the roundabout, although some widening is required in order to retain the existing levels of storage capacity for traffic queuing at the stop line of the new crossing on the western side of the roundabout. We are looking to minimise the amount of widening required while continuing to provide sufficient queuing capacity at the roundabout. This is necessary to avoid vehicles blocking the exits of the roundabout, which would have road safety implications.

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Retain the eastbound contraflow lane due to Strand East construction traffic The westbound contraflow lane, adjacent to the Stratford High Street off slip, is being removed in order to accommodate pedestrian crossings on the southern side of Stratford High Street. The signalisation of the junction of Stratford High Street and Sugar House Lane will enable access into and out of the Strand East development site.

Urban design and streetscape

Relocating the planters on Bow roundabout It was suggested that the planters on Bow roundabout could be relocated to improve pedestrian visibility when crossing the Interchange. Careful consideration was given to the locations of the planters, when they were installed in 2012, to ensure they did not obstruct visibility, particularly the visibility of traffic signals. We are not proposing to change their locations as part of this scheme, as they are integral to the urban design.

Lighting design at Bow roundabout The highway lighting design at Bow roundabout is being reviewed as part of a Capital Renewals lighting scheme for the A12 Blackwall Tunnel Northern Approach. As part of the Bow Vision Interim scheme, careful consideration is being given to the best method of lighting the new pedestrian areas beneath the flyover.

Proposed colour scheme of the surfacing at Bow roundabout could be more vibrant The type and colour of surfacing proposed for the new public space beneath the flyover was agreed by stakeholders including officers from LB Newham and LB Tower Hamlets, and the London Legacy Development Corporation.

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Appendix B: Consultation letter and map of distribution area

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Appendix C: Consultation email Are our new emails displaying well on your device? If not, allow images or view online

Driving Home Plan journey Status update

Dear xxx,

I am writing to let you know that we would like your views on proposals to provide pedestrian crossings at Bow Interchange, making it easier to cross the road safely.

For full details and to share your views, please visit tfl.gov.uk/bow-vision

This consultation will run until Wednesday 1 April 2015.

Yours sincerely,

Nigel Hardy

Road Space Management Sponsorship

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Appendix D: Stakeholder email and list of stakeholders emailed

Dear stakeholder,

Transport for London is working with the London Boroughs of Tower Hamlets and Newham to deliver the Vision for Bow: a place which all road users, passing through, find accessible, safe and connected. Making it easier for pedestrians to cross the road safely is a key part of this Vision. We would like to hear your views on proposals to provide signalised crossings at the roundabout by mid-2016. You can find out more and have your say at tfl.gov.uk/bow-vision.

The proposals include:

• New signalised pedestrian crossings linking Stratford High Street and Bow Road via Bow roundabout • New signalised pedestrian crossings on Bow Road • New signalised pedestrian and cycle crossings on Stratford High Street, and improved access to the River Lea towpath • Improved public spaces and pedestrian wayfinding

Please visit tfl.gov.uk/bow-vision to see details of the proposals and complete the online survey. The consultation closes on Wednesday 1 April 2015.

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

Tuesday 24 February, 1530-1930 Saturday 14 March, 1100-1500

St Mary's Church 230 Bow Road, London E3 3AH

Yours faithfully,

Alex Morrison Consultation Team Transport for London

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Members of Parliament Diane Abbott MP Margaret Hodge MP Heidi Alexander MP Kate Hoey MP Rushanara Ali MP Simon Hughes MP Gavin Barwell MP Nick Hurd MP Bob Blackman MP Glenda Jackson MP Crispin Blunt MP Jo Johnson MP Tom Brake MP Tessa Jowell MP Angie Bray MP Sadiq Khan MP James Brokenshire MP Kwasi Kwarteng MP Lynne Brown MP Eleanor Laing MP Karen Buck MP David Lammy MP David Burrowes MP Andy Love MP Paul Burstow MP Fiona MacTaggart MP Vincent Cable MP Seema Malhotra MP James Clappison MP Siobhain McDonagh MP Jeremy Corbyn MP John McDonnell MP Stella Creasy MP Mary Mcleod MP Jon Cruddas MP Bob Neill MP John Cryer MP Matthew Offord MP Ed Davey MP Richard Ottaway MP Nick de Bois MP Teeresa Pearce MP Frank Dobson MP Stephen Pound MP Jim Dowd MP Dominic Raab MP Iain Duncan Smith MP John Randall MP Clive Efford MP Nick Raynsford MP Jane Ellison MP Steve Reed MP David Evennett MP Malcolm Rifkind MP Michael Fallon MP Andrew Rosindell MP Lynne Featherstone MP Joan Ruddock MP Mark Field MP Lee Scott MP Jim Fitzpatrick MP Grant Shapps MP Mike Freer MP Virendra Sharma MP Mike Gapes MP Andrew Slaughter MP Barry Gardiner MP Iain Duncan Smith MP David Gauke MP Bob Stewart MP Zac Goldsmith MP Sarah Teather MP Chris Grayling MP Gareth Thomas MP Justine Greening MP Emily Thornberry MP Sam Gyimah MP Stephen Timms MP Stephen Hammond MP Chuka Umunna MP Greg Hands MP Theresa Villiers MP Harriet Harman MP Angela Watkinson MP Richard Harrington MP Meg Hillier MP

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Members of the London Assembly Tony Arbour AM Darren Johnson AM Jennette Arnold AM Jenny Jones AM Gareth Bacon AM Stephen Knight AM John Biggs AM Kit Malthouse AM Andrew Boff AM Joanne McCartney AM Victoria Borwick AM Steve O'Connell AM James Cleverly AM Caroline Pidgeon AM Tom Copley AM Murad Qureshi AM Vincenzo Coppola AM Onkar Sahota AM Andrew Dismore AM Navin Shah AM Len Duvall AM Valerie Shawcross AM Roger Evans AM Richard Tracey AM Nicky Gavron AM Fiona Twycross AM

Stakeholders, businesses and business organisations AA Better Bankside AA Motoring Trust Better Transport Abbey Travel Bexley Accessible Transport Scheme Abellio West London Bexleyheath BID Action for Blind People BHS Bikeability Action on Hearing Loss (formerly RNID) Big Bus Company Age Concern London Bikeworks Age UK BikeXcite Age UK London Blue Triangle Alive in Space Landscape and Urban Borough Cycling Officers Group Design Studio Breakspears Road Project All Party Parliamentary Cycling Group Brentwood Community Transport Alzheimer's Society Brewery Logistics Group Anderson Travel British Cycling Angel BID British Dyslexia Association APC-Overnight British Land Argall BID British Medical Association Arriva Kent Thameside British Motorcyclists Federation Arriva London North British Motorcyclists' Federation Arriva The Shires British School of Cycling Asian Peoples Disabilities Alliance BT Association of British Drivers Bucks Cycle Training Association of Car Fleet Operators Buzzlines Association of Guide Dogs for Blind CABE - Design Council Association of Town Centre Management Camden Mobility Forum Automobile Association Camden Town Unlimited Baker Street Quarter Campaign for Better Transport Bayswater BID Campbell's Best Bike Training/Cycletastic Canary Wharf Management

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Capital City School Sport Partnership Disability Alliance Carousel Buses Disability Rights UK CCG NHS Central London Disabled Persons Transport Advisory Centaur Overland Travel Committee Central London Cab Trade Section E11 BID (Leytonstone) Central London CTC Ealing Broadway BID Central London Freight Quality East Thames Housing Partnership EDF Energy Central London NHS Trust Edgware Road Partnership Centre for Accessible Environments ELBWO Chalkwell Garage and Coach Hire Ensign Bus Company Chartered Institute of Logistics and Evolution Cycle Training Transport Expeditional City Bikes Express Network Forum City Of London Federation of Small Businesses City of London Access Forum First Beeline Buses City of London Police First Group City of Oxford Motor Services Fitzrovia Partnership CityLink Freight Transport Association Clarkes of London Future Inclusion Coaches Excetera Garelick Cobra Corporate Servics Garratt Business Park (Earlsfield) Community Transport Association Gatwick Flyer Confederation of British Industry (CBI) Ghost Bus Tours Confederation of Passenger Transport Go-Coach Hire Croydon Mobility Forum Golden Tours CTC Golden Tours (Transport) Cycle Confident Great Eastern Enterprise Centre Cycle Experience Greater London Forum for Older People Cycle Newham Greater London Forum for the Elderly Cycle Systems Green Flag Group Cycle Training East Green Urban Transport Cycle Training UK (CTUK) Guide Dogs for the Blind - Inner London Cyclelyn District team Cycle-wise Thames Valley Guide Dogs for the Blind Association Cycling Embassy of Great Britain Hackney Community Transport Cycling Instructor Hainault Business Park Cycling Tuition HammersmithLondon cycling4all Haringey Mobility Forum Cyclists in the City Health Poverty Action Danescroft Hearn's Coaches Department for Transport Heart of London Business Alliance Design for London Hermes Europe DHL Hertfordshire County Council DHL Express Hillingdon Mobility Forum

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Hounslow Mobility Forum London Bike Hub IBM London Borough of Barking and Ilford Town BID Dagenham Inclusion London London Borough of Barnet Independent Disability Advisory Group London Borough of Bexley Independent Shoreditch London Borough of Brent Inmidtown London Borough of Bromley Institute for Sustainability London Borough of Camden Institute of Advanced Motorists London Borough of Croydon Institution of Civil Engineers London Borough of Ealing inStreatham London Borough of Enfield Islington Mobility Forum London Borough of Greenwich James Bikeability London Borough of Hackney The Little Bus Company London Borough of Hammersmith Joint Committee on Mobility of Blind and London Borough of Hammersmith and Partially Sighted People (JCMBPS) Fulham Joint Mobility Unit London Borough of Haringey Keith Gould London Borough of Harrow Kensington and Chelsea Mobility Forum London Borough of Havering Kimpton Industrial Park (Sutton) London Borough of Hillingdon Kingston First London Borough of Hounslow Kingston Mobility Forum London Borough of Islington Lambeth Cyclists London Borough of Kingston upon Landprop (now Vastint) Thames Leonard Cheshire Disability London Borough of Lambeth Licenced Taxi Drivers Association London Borough of Lewisham Licensed Private Hire Car Association London Borough of Merton (LPHCA) London Borough of Newham Licensed Taxi Drivers' Association London Borough of Redbridge Line Line Coaches (TGM) London Borough of Richmond Living Streets London Borough of Richmond upon Living Streets - Brentwood Thames Living Streets - Hackney London Borough of Southwark Living Streets - Islington London Borough of Sutton Living Streets - Kings Cross (Camden) London Borough of Tower Hamlets Living Streets - Merton London Borough of Waltham Forest Living Streets - Sutton London Borough of Wandsworth Living Streets - Tower Hamlets London Borough of Westminster Living Streets - Wandsworth London Cab Drivers' Club Living Streets Action Group London Chamber of Commerce and Living Streets London Industry (LCCI) Living Streets Southwark London City Airport Local Government Ombudsman London Climate Change Partnership London Ambulance Service London Councils London Assembly London Cycling Campaign

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London Cycling Campaign - Wandsworth Mullany's Coaches London Cycling Campaign (Lewisham) National Autistic Society London Cycling Campaign (Newham) National Children's Bureau London Duck Tours National Express London European Partnership for National Express Group Transport National Grid London Fire and Emergency Planning National Motorcycle Council Authority New Addington BID London Fire Brigade New West End Company (NWEC) London First Newham African Caribbean Resource London General Centre London Legacy Development Corporation Newham Safer Transport Team London Legacy Development Corporation NHS London London Mencap NHS Newham London Older People's Strategy Group NHS Tower Hamlets CCG London Private Hire Board Northbank BID London Riverside (Rainham) Northbank Guild London Strategic Health Authority Ocean Youth Connexions London Suburban Taxi Drivers' Coalition Olympian Coaches London Taxi Drivers' Club On Your Bike Cycle Training London Tourist Coach Operators Original London Sightseeing Tour Association (LTCOA) /London Pride Sightseeing London TravelWatch Orpington 1st London Underground Owner Drivers’ Society London United Busways Oxford Tube (Thames Transit) London Visual Impairment Forum Parcel Force LoveWimbledon BID Parliamentary Advisory Council for Marshalls Coaches Transport Safety (PACTS) Metrobus Passenger Focus Metroline Philip Kemp Cycle Training Metropolitan Police - Chadwell Heath Planning Design Traffic Unit PMeridian Duck Tours Metropolitan Police - Community Police Polestar Travel Metropolitan Police - Harlesden Police Port of London Authority Station Premium Coaches Metropolitan Police - North East London Private Hire Board Traffic OCU Purple Parking Metropolitan Police Service Puzzle Focus MILAN Upton Centre Womens Quality Line Association Queen Mary University of London MIND RAC Mobile Cycle Training Service RAC Foundation for Motoring Mode Transport Race Equality In Newham (REIN) Motorcycle Action Group Red Eagle Motorcycle Industry Association Red Rose Travel

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Redbridge Cycling Centre Sutton Mobility Forum Redwing Coaches Team London Bridge Reliance Travel Technicolour Tyre Company Reynolds Diplomat Coaches Terravision Transport / Stansted RMT Union Transport RNIB TGM Group RNID (Royal National Institute for Deaf Thames Water People) Thamesmead Business Services Road Danger Reduction Forum The Kings Ferry Road Haulage Association Thomas's London Day Schools Roadpeace (Transport) Royal Borough of Greenwich Time for Twickenham Royal Borough of Kensington and TNT Chelsea Tower Hamlets LEA Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames Tower Hamlets Mobility Forum Royal Greenwich Cycle Training Tower Hamlets Primary Care Trust Royal Institute of British Architects Tower Transit Operations Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors Trailblazers Muscular Dystrophy UK Royal London Society for Blind People Transport for All Royal Mail Travel with Hunny Royal National Institute of Blind People Tyssen Community School Cycle Training Royal Parks UK Power Networks Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) Unions Together SCOPE Unite Union Sense University College London Sixty Plus Universitybus Snowdrop Coaches Urban Design London South Bucks CycleTraining Urban Movement South East London PCT Vandome Cycles South Herts Plus Cycle Training Vauxhall One BID South London Business Forum Victoria BID South London Partnership Victoria Business Improvement District Southbank Employers Group Vision Impairment Forum Southdown PSV Walk London Southgate and Finchley Coaches Wandsworth Mobility Forum Southwark Cyclists Waterloo Quarter Space Syntax Westminster City Council Spokes Cycling Instruction Westminster Cyclists STA Bikes Wheels for Wellbeing Stratford Renaissance Partnership Whizz-Kidz Stroke Association Willow Lane Trading Estate Successful Sutton Wilsons Cycles Sullivan Bus and Coach Yodel Sustrans Young Lewisham and Greenwich Cyclists Sutton Centre for Voluntary Sector

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Appendix E: Press release and local media coverage

'Work begins on upgrade of Cycle Superhighway 2' TfL press release announcing the start of construction on the CS2 Upgrade and the launch of the Bow Vision Interim consultation 17 February 2015

‘Bow Roundabout – Consultation’ Mile End Residents Association website 18 February 2015

Diamond Geezer blog 18 February 2015

Fairfield Conservation Area Residents' Association website 19 February 2015

East End Life (page 8) 23 February - 1 March 2015

The Newham Mag (page 4) 13-26 March 2015

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