The trendy suburb split in two by a controversial ban changing lives
manchestereveningnews.co.ukResidents living in on streets in Levenshulme have slammed Rishi Sunak's orders for a review of low traffic neighbourhoods (LTNs) in the UK and said the schemes have 'transformed' where they live.
The Prime Minister ordered a review of the rollout of LTN's, also known as Active Neighbourhoods, in which he said he was on the side of drivers amid an intense debate over green transport policies.
The schemes have sparked controversy since their introduction, with advocates claiming they improve the lives of those living within the zones.
But opponents argue they cause a surge in pollution and traffic on other roads as drivers are forced out. Try MEN Premium for FREE by clicking here for no ads, fun puzzles and brilliant new features Low traffic neighbourhoods are a type of traffic control scheme introduced to reduce traffic and pollution by closing smaller residential streets to vehicles and encouraging people to walk, cycle or use public transport.
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