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Written question asked by Andrew Rosindell (Reform UK) on Tuesday, 2 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 4 June 2026. It was answered by Simon Lightwood (Labour) on Monday, 8 June 2026 on behalf of the Department for Transport.

Road Traffic Control: Greater London

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what steps she has taken to work with local authorities to reduce traffic congestion in Greater London.

Answer

The Government is working closely with local authorities in Greater London to support efforts to reduce traffic congestion. We have provided significant funding to support improvements to the capital’s road network. For example, we have provided £54.3 million of funding to the Greater London Authority (GLA) for the Gallows Corner scheme; however, delivery of this scheme is a matter for the GLA and Transport for London.

More broadly, London boroughs will be eligible for over £272 million of highways maintenance funding over the next four years. This funding will help boroughs plan ahead, adopt preventative maintenance, and improve the long-term condition of their roads.

Transport in London is devolved, and Transport for London provides Local Implementation Plan funding to boroughs for schemes aligned with the Mayor’s Transport Strategy. These include accessible public transport improvements and active travel schemes that help improve safety, encourage modal shift, and reduce congestion.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
5888
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Greater London Road traffic control
Link
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