Funds urgently needed for Hammersmith Bridge
Channel: London Assembly
Date: 2020-09-11

The London Assembly today called on the Secretary of State for Transport, Grant Shapps MP to immediately provide funds to ensure the safety of Hammersmith Bridge and to erect a temporary pedestrian and cycle bridge.

The Assembly also reiterates its supports for the devolution of Vehicle Excise Duty to TfL to invest in maintaining the capitals road network.

Léonie Cooper AM, who proposed the motion said:

“The impact that the full closure of Hammersmith Bridge, due to safety concerns, has had on local residents cannot be overstated.

 

“Whilst the bridge does not fall under TfL’s remit, TfL has been working closely with Hammersmith and Fulham Council to push forward with the solution of installing a temporary bridge.

 

“It is positive to see the Government finally come on board and announce a new taskforce, but they must now urgently commit the funding needed, to prevent any further hold-ups.

 

“The Government must allow London to hold onto the £500 million of Vehicle Excise Duty it raises each year, to ensure that problems like this are dealt with as quickly as possible.”