Havering Council has put forward proposals for upgraded cycle crossing facilities at the junction between Mercury Gardens and Eastern Road in Romford.
The scheme aims to make it easier for cyclists to get from one side of Eastern Road to the other, across Mercury Gardens, by making adjustments to the existing central traffic island.
This includes realigning this island to ensure a straight crossing, as well as introducing bollards to prevent the movements of motor vehicles.
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Alongside this, the stop lines are proposed to be pushed back and the pedestrian guardrail adjusted to match the new kerb line.
Traffic signals would also see changes as part of the proposals, including a four-second early release for cyclists exiting the west side of Eastern Road.
One of the upgrades would also benefit buses, with the council proposing cutting back the central reservation in Mercury Gardens to allow space for an electric bus to turn right into Eastern Road.
The scheme has been put forward following a study carried out by the council, which found that up to 1,300 vehicles per hour use Mercury Gardens.
Analysis of collision records also showed that there have been two accidents at this junction, one of which involved a cyclist.
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It is not clear when this study was carried out or during what timeframe.
The funding for the scheme is being provided by Transport for London (TfL).
The council has opened a public consultation on the proposals and is collecting views in writing – or by email to schemes@havering.gov.uk – until November 7.
