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Waltham Forest residents supporting the roll out of the boro's low traffic neighborhoods and protected cycleways since 2014. Frmerly 'We Support #WFMiniHolland'

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What do you say to businesses worried about projects that #prioritisepeople over the motor car? We say, look at the #evidence: tfl.gov.uk/corporate/publ… v/ @tfl @LondonAssembly #wfminiholland #LTN

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Some Spring flowers, some wonderfully annotated, donated seeds, some donated comics and a coat of paint for the Parklet's annual touch-up. One parking space can be so much more. #aparkletoneverystreet #storiesfromthee17parklet #highamhill @parklets_campaign @Labourstone

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LTNs: Research Report LTNs are effective in reducing traffic, crime, improving AQ & road safety, encouraging active travel + quality of life No adverse effect for emergency vehicles, minimal negative impact on surrounding roads Resident surveys found 45% support & 21% oppose

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Better Streets Waltham Forest Reposted

A leading government adviser on cities has urged ministers to make urban areas friendlier for walking and cycling, saying this would boost prosperity, health and personal freedom, and could even help solve the housing crisis. theguardian.com/politics/2024/…


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Fascinating research from @RachelAldred et al on the impact of the original #MiniHolland funding, as @wfcouncil celebrates the 10yr Anniversary of our #MiniHolland #Enjoy work. #BuildItAndTheyWillCome. @WeSupportWFMH @HSscorecard @_wearepossible @WFLabourParty @LabourCllrs

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New paper out, open access in Journal of Transport & Health :) Impacts of active travel interventions on travel behaviour and health: Results from a five-year longitudinal travel survey in Outer London. sciencedirect.com/science/articl…



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A few simple bollards enable children to be independent and safe

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10 Year Anniversary of @wfcouncil #MiniHolland #Enjoy some of the story so far- - 55KM of protected #cycle track - 85 #ModalFilters - 760 #BikeHangars - 45 #PocketParks & #Parklets - 29K residents cycle trained - 180 improved crossings - 11 Station Cycle Hubs - 22 #SchoolStreets

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Councils call for pavement parking to be banned across England bbc.in/3HZKvU0


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The discrimination of #PavementParking needs to end, and local authorities must be given greater powers to do this; to make our roads and footways safe and inclusive for everyone. Read more on this vital report from @LGAcomms ⬇️ local.gov.uk/publications/p…


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Consider this fire engine using low-traffic Valley Road to get to an incident quickly


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Gr8 progress by @wfcouncil #SchoolStreets supporting #ActiveTravel- @Hillyfield_E17- Park- 36% ⬆️ in🚶‍♀️🚲🛴 @George_Tom16 - 19% ⬆️ in🚶‍♀️🚲🛴 @WillowBrookGST & St Josephs- 17.5% ⬆️ in🚶‍♀️🚲🛴 With @Hillyfield_E17- Park- seeing a 70% ⬇️ in 🚗🚙 in Cazenove Rd durin’ #SchoolStreet hrs.

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Our FREE Tree Giveaway kicks off just in time for Valentine’s Day! ❤️🌲❤️🌳❤️🌲 A tree is a perfect romantic gift and can be planted in your garden. Pop along to one of a number of local parks next week (12 -17 Feb) to pick yours up. 🌲👉 orlo.uk/uDTPs


Cycling delivers the freedom that the motor lobby promises.

Thrilled to be taking home bikes. They Couldn’t wait for all the father-daughter adventures to have on two wheels. Here's to many miles of laughter & learning 🚲❤️ #Familycycling #NewBikeday #leyton #walthamforest #walthamstowvillage #londoncycling #HealthyChoices #leytonstone

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We have increased our fines for fly-tipping and littering to maintain our zero-tolerance policy and ensure our streets are clean and safe for all residents 🚮 To learn more about our waste and recycling services, head to: orlo.uk/hqEGn

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Our FREE Tree Giveaway kicks off tomorrow! And as it's almost Valentine’s Day, why not pop along to park near you next week (12 -17 Feb) to pick a tree suitable for gardens - which is, of course, the perfect gift for someone special. ❤️🌲❤️🌳❤️🌲 🌲👉 orlo.uk/eToHD

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Great to see work start on the Sutherland Road Improvement Scheme with an immense amount of sustainable drainage and greening! It's epic! @Labourstone @kira_millana @wfcouncil #streets4people #highamhill #sutherlandroad #climatesafestreets #healthystreets #healthystreets4hhlp

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Very powerful video of the appalling abuse of women #cycling 🚲 in #London to work, to school, the shops, for leisure etc. Sign the petition #FreedomToRide! @WFLabourParty @GracieMaeW @CannHallCllr @khev_limbajee @AhsanKhan_wf @miriammirwitch @kira_millana @WeSupportWFMH

💥 "GET OFF THE ROAD, BITCH!" 9/10 women cycling in London face abuse says new LCC survey. CW: swearing, abuse descriptions Sign the #FreedomToRide petition & share to add your voice >> action.lcc.org.uk/safe-cycling-f… Full report: lcc.org.uk/freedom



No UK local authority comes close . @activetraveleng

10 Year Anniversary of @wfcouncil #MiniHolland #Enjoy some of the story so far- - 55KM of protected #cycle track - 85 #ModalFilters - 760 #BikeHangars - 45 #PocketParks & #Parklets - 29K residents cycle trained - 180 improved crossings - 11 Station Cycle Hubs - 22 #SchoolStreets

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New controlled crossing to protect residents from the #dangerousdrivers using Church Hill. 👍👍👍


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Ermygadd some “Cycle lane as mobility aid” news! I saw this lovely sight this morning and caught up with the lady to say hi. She was an absolute treasure and was beaming from ear to ear. She told me that she liked how flat this area was, and that it was much easier to … 1/3

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Incredible testimony in front of Oxfordshire County Council in support of LTN schemes this morning, including this speaker with limited sight. She talked of her improved experience of navigating once unsafe streets and this is one of the huge benefits to people with disabilities.

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