News on Lewisham Safer Streets

As part of our continuing work on developing and adapting the LTN, listening to residents’ views and concerns, we have been updating Sat Nav providers with the changes we have made, to support people on journeys using the new layout. However, some information may take time to filter through to their systems, so please be sure to check our signage rather than completely rely on the Sat Nav instructions, as newer changes may not have been added yet.

We are committed to tackling the climate emergency and promoting sustainable travel and are pleased to be able to say that the borough now has 100 electric vehicle charging points.

The use of EVs is on the increase throughout London, especially in the business sector, and the Mayor of London predicts the volume of EVs on London’s roads will double by 2023. We will continue to expand the network of charging points over the coming year, in preparation for the implementation of the expanded Ultra Low Emission Zone next October.

This complements our wider transport programme which seeks to encourage sustainable modes of travel, with a strong focus on increasing walking and cycling journeys. However, we do recognise that some residents may need a vehicle based option for some essential journeys, and we want to make the transition from petrol and diesel to EVs as smooth as possible for everyone.