This follows the introduction of two Low Traffic Neighbourhood (LTN) schemes in Maryland and Forest Gate in August 2020 (1). Now the consultation has begun on the next three schemes in Newham: Area 3: Manbey, Area 4: Atherton and Area 7: Stratford Park.

LTN is aimed at improving air quality in the borough. According to the latest figures from Public Health England, Newham currently has the highest percentage of deaths, in adults over 30, linked to exposure to PM2.5 (2).

Due to the urgency created by the air quality and the pandemic, LTN schemes the consultations are being conducted with the residents after the LTN schemes have rolled out. Introduced on an experimental basis, they will be in place for about 18 months. Later the decision will be made whether LTNs become permanent, based on feedback collected from the residents, key stakeholders and traffic data (3).

Area 3: Manbey and Area 7: Stratford Park fall under Stratford Original BID catchment area.