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Spring 2023 update

by Sam, Ruth and Chris on 17 May, 2023

Here is an update of what Sam and Ruth have been doing so far this spring which has included: New birdsmouth (wide spaced) fencing installed on Bishops Close. Fixed drains on Milton Road. Attended the inauguration of the new Baitul Futuh Mosque extension in Morden. Met the new police Borough Commander to discuss local problems. […]

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Helena House / Bushey Road bus accident

by Sam, Ruth and Chris on 8 May, 2022

Many of you will be aware of the accident that took place yesterday at the junction of Bushey Road and the High Street. Ruth has been in contact with the police who have said that thankfully no-one was injured. Southern Gas Network have confirmed that the gas leak was very low level with no risk […]

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Petition to move Sutton bus garage

by Sam, Ruth and Chris on 1 January, 2022

Local Councillors Ruth Dombey, Marlene Heron and Steve Penneck are concerned at the impact that the increased use of Sutton Bus Garage has had on the local community. It results in very frequent out of service buses along Collingwood and Bushey Roads, especially at night. We are concerned about the vibration and the effect it […]

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Lib Dem Councillors success in saving some vital bus services

by Sam, Ruth and Chris on 23 September, 2021

TfL agree reprieve for bus services for Dibdin and Marlborough Roads, and increased frequency for the S4 with a Sunday service, but press ahead with move to double deckers for route 80. Transport for London consulted on changes to bus services in Sutton at the end of last year.  Many of these changes affected Sutton […]

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This web post gives an update on Heavy Goods vehicles, speeding traffic, and buses in Collingwood Road, and other issues. One of our main concerns is about the number of Heavy Goods vehicles using the road despite the weight restriction.  We are grateful to the residents who record the reg. no and date/time of any […]

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No buses on routes S1, S3 and 470 on Monday and Tuesday

by Sam, Ruth and Chris on 21 February, 2021

Potential industrial action means that there will be no Quality line bus services on routes S1, S3 and 470 on Monday 22 and Tuesday 23 February, if the strike goes ahead. All other London buses are planned to operate as usual. To ensure any potential disruption is kept to a minimum, TfL advises customers who […]

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Sutton Local Committee to meet on 12 November at 7pm

by Sam, Ruth and Chris on 6 November, 2020

Local Committees are resuming their business virtually, using an internet link.  Local Councillors and community representatives will be able to meet via the internet to discuss important local issues.  The agenda and papers are here.  Residents will be able to view the meeting using this link, which is also on the agenda page. On the […]

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Plans to scrap under-18s free travel set to hit Sutton families

by Sam, Ruth and Chris on 31 October, 2020

Plans to remove the right to free bus travel from under-18s have been delayed, but still exist. Though we welcome the decision to delay these plans, they must be scrapped entirely to avoid further pressure being put on students and parents who are already struggling. Add yourself to the list of Sutton residents calling on the […]

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TfL propose to change bus routes in Sutton

by Sam, Ruth and Chris on 18 October, 2020

Transport for London have proposed significant changes to the buses in our area.  The proposals are on their website.  A consultation has now begun. Note that the closing date has now been extended to Sunday 20 December.  Please do comment through the TfL website (see above).  We have concerns about some of these changes and […]

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470 bus to be extended

by Sam, Ruth and Chris on 17 March, 2020

TfL has announced that following consultation, the 470 bus is to be extended from Epsom to Epsom Hospital. This will begin at the end of May. The consultation report showed an overwhelming majority in favour of the extension. There were also requests for a Sunday service, but TfL says that this can not be currently […]

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