It has split a community... but Withington's controversial traffic calming scheme could be coming to an end
manchestereveningnews.co.ukCouncillors have called for an end to a controversial traffic calming scheme which has split a community in south Manchester.
In August, nine junctions on the Hartley estate in Withington were fitted with plant filters as part of a six-month trial to improve road safety and encourage walking and cycling.
However, Manchester City Council is facing growing calls to remove the scheme amid claims it ignores businesses, disabled people, taxis and working people who require vehicular access - as well as increasing response times for emergency services.
It comes after the M.E.N reported in January how a mum slammed the so-called 'low-traffic neighbourhood' (LTN) scheme after an ambulance was blocked from reaching a home during a baby's seizure. Try MEN Premium now for FREE...
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