By admin on February 25, 2010
“Streets are the one public service we all use all of the time, and these communal spaces have a huge effect on our lives. Streets that are safe and attractive places for people to live and work need to be the rule, not the exception.” (Bill Bryson – English Heritage Commissioner)
Simon Nundy believes a local authority should live up to this statement; there is a link between the quality, appearance and image of a public space and economic well-being. Poorly maintained public spaces attract vandalism and are less safe. A well designed street scene will improve economic conditions and reduce street crime. Both these issues are important to Simon and he will initiate a programme of low cost schemes to Lewisham’s streets to make them safer and improve economic well being. Read more »
Posted in News, Transport
By admin on February 25, 2010
The traffic congestion in Lewisham is a blight on everyone’s lives. It affects the bus service almost as much as it does the private motorist.
Even whilst at home there’s the inconvenience of not knowing whether the plumber or delivery man is arriving today or next week. For local businesses the cost of traffic delays is not only hard on jobs and profits, the cost is also passed on to the customer when they pay for their goods or services. Environmentally the air pollution and carbon footprint resulting from congestion is enormous. Read more »
Posted in News, Transport
By admin on February 25, 2010
For the last 150 years South London has been largely forgotten when it comes to the underground system but at last there are signs that things are changing.
The East London Line, Jubilee Line and Docklands Light Railway are all planning extensions that reach into Lewisham and beyond. Mayoral hopeful Simon Nundy says, “With money as tight as it is we’re going to have to make sure we keep an eye on those plans approved and those in the pipeline to make sure there’s no slippage. Central government and TfL are sure to be looking to save money. Travel into London for commuters is a nightmare and every spare bit of capacity we can get will help make life for Lewisham residents a little bit more comfortable and also help cut traffic congestion and pollution.”
Posted in News, Transport
“Streets are the one public service we all use all of the time, and these communal spaces have a huge effect on our lives. Streets that are safe and attractive places for people to live and work need to be the rule, not the exception.” (Bill Bryson – English Heritage Commissioner)
