It was great news for local residents when we heard that the Transport for London Bishopsgate High Court case has forced Lib Dem-run Sutton Council to rethink its unpopular road closure schemes.
While the announcement that all schemes are to be suspended is a temporary relief for Carshalton and Wallington residents, those who have been fined so far will not get their money back; fines remain in place, and the Lib Debs are determined to find a way to bring back these schemes, despite their own consultation showing huge resident opposition.
I raised this with the Leader of the Commons during Business Questions today, and will be seeking time for a debate about residents’ voices being heard in local government rather than their concerns being ignored.
You can watch my question above, or read the transcript here.
