TfL to restrict vehicle movements on A2 and A102 in Greenwich and Bexley
Residents and drivers must submit objections by 21 August 2026 or restrictions will proceed as planned
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Transport for London will introduce a traffic regulation order restricting vehicle movements on sections of the A2 and A102 in Greenwich and Bexley. The order, published on the Public Notice Portal, will prohibit vehicles from entering, exiting, proceeding, or stopping on specified parts of the Rochester Way Relief Road, East Rochester Way, and the Blackwall Tunnel Southern Approach.
The restrictions will apply to multiple slip roads, including those connecting Kidbrooke Park Road to the A2, and unnamed roads linking Westhorne Avenue, Woolwich Road, and the Sun in the Sands Roundabout to the main carriageways. The order will be enforced when traffic signs are displayed, typically during maintenance, accidents, or vehicle breakdowns.
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Exemptions and permitted movements
Emergency vehicles, including police, fire brigade, and ambulances, will be exempt from the restrictions. Pedestrians and vehicles engaged in road maintenance or obstruction clearance will also be permitted to use the affected sections. Additionally, the order allows all vehicles to use the eastbound bus lane on A2 East Rochester Way between the on and off slips to Bourne Road.
Alternative routes and phased implementation
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TfL stated that the restrictions may be implemented in phases, meaning not all affected sections will be closed simultaneously. When closures are in place, alternative routes will be signposted. For closures between Blackwall Tunnel and Westhorne Avenue, drivers will be diverted via Blackwall Lane, Bugsby’s Way, and Woolwich Road.
For closures between Westhorne Avenue and the London Borough of Bexley boundary with Kent, the diversion will route traffic via Westhorne Avenue, Sidcup Road, and the M25. Traffic at intermediate junctions will be directed along the remaining open carriageway to join the diversion route.
How residents can respond
Residents and drivers who wish to object to the proposed order must submit their representations in writing to TfL by 21 August 2026. Objections should be sent to the Streets Traffic Order Team at Palestra, 197 Blackfriars Road, London, SE1 8NJ, and must include the reference SNO/REGULATION/STOT/RC/TRO, GLA/2026/0056.
TfL confirmed that objections may be shared with other affected parties. Details of the order, including a map and TfL’s reasons for the proposals, are available on the TfL website. Residents can also view the documents by selecting the relevant borough and referencing the traffic order.
Questions this report answers
+Which roads will be affected by the new traffic restrictions?
The restrictions will apply to sections of the A2 and A102, including the Rochester Way Relief Road, East Rochester Way, and the Blackwall Tunnel Southern Approach. Slip roads connecting Kidbrooke Park Road, Westhorne Avenue, and Woolwich Road will also be affected. The order will be enforced when traffic signs are displayed.
+How can I object to the proposed traffic regulation order?
Objections must be submitted in writing to Transport for London by 21 August 2026. Submissions should be sent to the Streets Traffic Order Team at Palestra, 197 Blackfriars Road, London, SE1 8NJ, and must include the reference SNO/REGULATION/STOT/RC/TRO, GLA/2026/0056. TfL may share objections with other affected parties.
+What happens if the road I use is closed under the new order?
Alternative routes will be signposted during closures. For example, closures between Blackwall Tunnel and Westhorne Avenue will divert traffic via Blackwall Lane and Woolwich Road. Closures further east will route drivers via Sidcup Road and the M25. Traffic at intermediate junctions will be directed along the remaining open carriageway.
+Are there any exemptions to the traffic restrictions?
Yes, emergency vehicles such as police, fire brigade, and ambulances will be exempt. Vehicles and pedestrians engaged in road maintenance or obstruction clearance will also be permitted. The order allows all vehicles to use the eastbound bus lane on A2 East Rochester Way between the on and off slips to Bourne Road.
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