Liveable Neighbourhood Residents still divided over impact on streets

PEOPLE living in the East Bristol Liveable Neighbourhood say they have already noticed a positive change in their streets, as the six-month trial period officially begins.

- Tristan CORK

The controversial road scheme has been delayed by protests with many people in parts of the area campaigning against the creation of different zones for vehicle drivers, with roads blocked off to cars and bus gates installed.

But while those against the scheme, particularly at the Barton Hill end of the EBLN area, have been vocal in their opposition, many others say they are support-ive and have already noticed a difference.

The most recent focus of the arguments against the EBLN were centred around Avonvale Road and Marsh Lane, where three bus gates have been installed to only allow buses, taxis, exempt vehicles and bikes.

Pete Brooks lives on Avonvale Road and said the road outside his home has been "dominated" by car drivers.

"Prior to the trial infrastructure being installed, this area felt like the most dangerous place for cycling that I have ever lived," said Pete, who doesn’t drive but cycles to work and into the city daily.