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High Court Strikes Down Lambeth's Controversial Traffic Plan

6/5/2025

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Lambeth Council in London is reeling after a High Court ruling declared its Low Traffic Neighbourhood unlawful, forcing its removal. The council now grapples with £35,000 in legal fees and over £1 million in fines to refund. This decision underscores the community's outcry over congestion and pollution, calling for greater local involvement in traffic planning.

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Lambeth Council in London is reeling after a High Court ruling declared its Low Traffic Neighbourhood unlawful, forcing its removal. The council now grapples with £35,000 in legal fees and over £1 million in fines to refund. This decision underscores the community's outcry over congestion and pollution, calling for greater local involvement in traffic planning.