Majority back overhaul of King's Cross gyratory

Patrick McDonnell

07 September 2016

Claudia Webbe: Traffic congestion and air pollution will be reduced under these plans, making the area more pleasant for everyone passing through, while cyclists and pedestrians in particular stand to benefit hugely as the roads of King’s Cross get the modernisation they so badly need

Plans for a safer and simpler gyratory system around King’s Cross have received the backing of the majority of people living, working or passing through the area who responded to a consultation.

The plans, developed by Transport for London (TfL) and Islington and Camden councils, include new road layouts and better facilities for pedestrians and cyclists, which were supported by 70% of those who responded to the consultation held earlier this year.

TfL says the next step is to consider...