Questions to the Mayor of London – answered at on 23 March 2022.
A constituent has asked me to raise the following: “I've heard from riders of cargo bike operators that they often avoid cycle superhighways because they can be full of glass which local authorities sometimes take weeks to remove. Given the huge increase in cargo bike numbers and in cycling generally, local authorities need to focus more of their efforts to ensure their roads and cycle lanes are clear of glass and other hazards to those on two wheels.” What actions are you taking to maintain the condition of our segregated and non-segregated cycleways in London and keep cyclists safe?
The London boroughs hold the legal responsibility for litter and debris across the Transport for London (TfL) red routes and segregated cycleways. TfL does not have dedicated highway cleaning teams like the London boroughs, but does at times provide a reactive response if there are immediate safety concerns such as smashed glass.
Problems on the road network, including glass and other hazards, can be reported via TfL’s Street Care service, available at streetcare.tfl.gov.uk. This allows people to use an online map and a short, simple form to let TfL know about problems. TfL will then investigate problems reported through the service. As well as showing whether the problem has already been reported to TfL, the map allows everyone to see what action has been taken to fix the issue.