A very interesting read, Michael. Read it yourself and you will see the following details, none of which apply to Chiswick:
"Meanwhile the full, permanent scheme is still being developed. It will only be introduced once Hammersmith & Fulham Council has heard from residents" Imagine that, democratic engagement!
“Whether you are cycling, walking, taking the bus or driving, these works are a stepping stone to help foster new ways to travel safely in Hammersmith" All manner of transit considered
“Our goal is to make getting around in H&F better and safer for everyone – no matter how you travel. We’re committed to a final scheme to replace this trial. We will look at the data and listen to residents to develop the best Safer Cycle Pathway that we can.” See above
"Once this interim scheme is completed, feedback from residents will complement the work underway from the Residents’ Cycling Commission, DRT and the DRWG – all of which will feed into the final design of the Safer Cycle Pathway" Note the third attempt at rebranding
"This will ensure that the final Safer Cycle Pathway is a world-class piece of transport infrastructure working for all residents as we re-imagine Hammersmith town centre"
"The permanent scheme features even more green areas, trees and benches to help make the Safer Cycle Pathway a world-class piece of transport infrastructure as we reimagine Hammersmith town centre" Green areas, trees and benches — almost sounds like urban design. We get a few saplings to replace mature trees cut down for an experiment
We’ve also negotiated with TfL to fund a complementary scheme of improvements for a cycle highway along the A4 to make it ideal for faster and experienced commuting riders As many have long suspected, an A4 alternative is entirely plausible. Desired, in fact.
The improved cycle highway alongside the A4 will be a much better fit for those riders who simply want to get from A to B as quickly and safely as possible.
David Lesniak ● 1920d