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London’s first Construction Consolidation Centre Directory Published

Published 13 April 2024 | No comments
Written by ria patel
CategoriesConserve of energy Materials management Monitoring and recording of resource usage Not over ordering of materials Planning of traffic routes
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The first directory of construction consolidation centres in the London area has been published by Transport for London (TfL) on Friday 18 March. The directory provides essential information – including locations and operating hours – of the Capital’s construction consolidation centres. Construction consolidation centres allow more efficient deliveries by organising materials and directing fewer vehicles to specific construction sites, helping...
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Designing for Footway Closures 1 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 5

Published 19 May 2022 | One comment
Written by Michael Barratt MBE
CategoriesCommunity engagement Disability and special needs facilities Pedestrian safety Visitor access and facilities
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The pandemic has, for many of us, changed the journeys we make. As we spend more time in our local areas, active travel is a healthy, easy and convenient way of getting around for shorter journeys. It is a priority, now more than ever, that ‘everyone’ can access footways and facilities as part of their daily exercise to help with...
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Considering Air Quality and Inclusive Design with Traffic Management Methodology 1 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 5

Published 20 December 2021 | No comments
Written by Michael Barratt MBE
CategoriesCarbon reduction Planning of traffic routes
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Climate change, air quality, safety and a healthy economy are at the top of the Mayor of London’s agenda and keeping London moving sustainably is the aim. Transport policies have a focus on modal shift which includes; electric fleet growth, increased use of public transport and encouraging more and safer walking and cycling will help us achieve the targets that...
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Disability Caused by Works Forum

Published 24 November 2021 | No comments
Written by Michael Barratt MBE
CategoriesDisability and special needs facilities Identify potential impacted communities Visitor access and facilities
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The Equality Act 2010: ‘We have a duty not to substantially disadvantage a disabled person in relation to a non-disabled person’ and to make reasonable adjustments to supply access where practicable. As a public body, Transport for London (TfL) must comply with the Public Sector Equality Duty (PSED). This part of the Equality Act 2010 requires public bodies and organisations...
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Helping with Emergency Service Resilience

Published 5 October 2021 | No comments
Written by Jack Endean
CategoriesCommunity engagement Emergency preparedness
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The Emergency Services provide a life saving service to our communities and workforces across the UK. Emergency vehicles play pivotal roles in the performance of their respective systems. For example; if onward transport is required, an ambulance capable of conveying a patient should arrive at the scene within 19 minutes in 95% of cases (House of Commons, 2016). Evert second...
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Development Cluster Coordinated Fire Drills

Published 16 March 2021 | No comments
Written by Michael Barratt MBE
CategoriesEmergency preparedness
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As part of a joint highway collaboration between Transport for London and the London Borough of Southwark, they have been working closely with constructors at a development cluster by the Tate Gallery. This has involved setting up the Southbank working group with Mace, Sir Robert McAlpine, Sons & Co & StructureTone to discuss programmes, working methodologies, HGV management and mitigating...
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Sharing Facilities to Reduce HGV Impacts

Published 8 February 2021 | No comments
Written by Michael Barratt MBE
CategoriesPedestrian safety
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The Mayor of London’s Transport Strategy, published in 2018 sets out a vision for a healthier, greener and more prosperous city. The strategy makes clear that a new type of thinking is required to increase active, efficient and sustainable travel to help achieve this vision for London. Since the onset of coronavirus, London’s highway network has and continues to change...
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Future Proofing Collaboration

Published 20 July 2020 | No comments
Written by Michael Barratt MBE
CategoriesInvestigation for environmental events Local groups
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TfL, boroughs, developers, utilities are investing to improve London’s infrastructure to support sustainable growth and a strengthened economy. 38 opportunity and intensification areas, such as Blackfriars Road, Elephant & Castle, Old Oak Common and Vauxhall & Nine Elms, have been identified to accommodate a rising population. Maintaining the resilience and functionality of the road network during this transformation, including enabling...
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Cargo Bike Loading Bay Collaboration

Published 29 June 2020 | No comments
Written by Michael Barratt MBE
CategoriesCarbon reduction Conserve of resources
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The Mayor, through TfL, is working with London boroughs, businesses and the freight and servicing industry to reduce the adverse impacts of freight and service vehicles on the street network. The aims are to reduce the number of lorries and vans entering central London in the morning peak by 10 per cent by 2026 and incorporating cargo bikes can help...
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Introducing Cargo Bikes into the Construction Industry 1 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 5

Published 4 May 2020 | No comments
Written by Michael Barratt MBE
CategoriesConserve of energy
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Cargo bikes are bicycles that have been specifically designed to carry goods of various sizes and weights. The bicycles come in a variety of forms between two, three and four wheeled custom-built frames. Many bikes are now fitted with electric pedal assist motors to help riders manage their daily activities. The Mayor, through TfL, is working with London boroughs, businesses...
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Considering Alternative Cycle Routes During Works

Published 20 April 2020 | No comments
Written by Michael Barratt MBE
CategoriesCycle safety
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Cycling is a fundamental element towards attaining a healthier lifestyle and benefits from the negative pollution normally associated with motor vehicles. However, there are numerous barriers to cycling especially during roadworks. For many people, lack of confidence and feelings of vulnerability are common reasons for not cycling. To encourage more cycling, Transport for London (TfL) is constructing more cycle networks....
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TfL Valuing People Workshop: Working with Adults with Learning Disabilities 1 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 5

Published 8 April 2020 | No comments
Written by Michael Barratt MBE
CategoriesDisability and special needs facilities Disadvantaged and minority groups support Hidden disabilities support
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Transport for London (TfL) have adopted the Healthy Streets Approach to improve air quality, reduce congestion and help make London’s diverse communities greener, healthier and more attractive places to live, work, play and do business. The vision for Equality and Inclusion is that every person matters in keeping London moving, working and growing. The Equality Act (2010) places a duty...
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Experiencing a Cyclist’s Perspective Using a 360 Degree Camera 1 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 5

Published 8 April 2020 | No comments
Written by Michael Barratt MBE
CategoriesRisk assessments
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The Mayor of London’s Transport Strategy, published in 2018, sets out a vision for a healthier, greener and more prosperous city. The strategy makes clear that a new type of thinking is required to increase active, efficient and sustainable travel to help achieve this vision for London. The strategy uses the ‘Healthy Streets’ approach which makes health and personal experience...
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Using Signal Timings to Reduce HGV Impacts

Published 2 March 2020 | No comments
Written by Michael Barratt MBE
CategoriesPlanning of traffic routes
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Transport for London (TfL), London Borough of Hackney and JRL collaborated to reduce the negative impacts caused by challenging road layouts and the associated lengthy diversions for HGVs. Lorries and vans play a pivotal part in London’s economy and are a necessary part of construction. Since 2010, the movements of goods vehicles have increased by approximately 20%, which is negatively...
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Concrete Pour Collaboration

Published 24 February 2020 | No comments
Written by Michael Barratt MBE
CategoriesPlanning of traffic routes
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This major concrete pour was successfully completed over the weekend of 29th November 2019 with minimal disruption to the network, no reported safety issues and 16 hours ahead of schedule. 533 lorries delivered 4000m3 of concrete non-stop over 31 hours from 7pm on Friday until 2am on Sunday. TfL’s Network Management Team worked meticulously with main contractor Multiplex to: Agree...
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