TfL plans 20mph speed limit on Wandsworth roads
Transport for London is proposing to lower speed limits on key routes in Wandsworth.
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Transport for London (TfL) intends to lower the speed limit from 30mph to 20mph on several major roads within the borough of Wandsworth. The proposed changes affect sections of the A217 Swandon Way, York Road, and Trinity Road. Specific areas include Swandon Way between its junctions with Armoury Way and the roundabout at Bridgend Road, as well as the roundabout itself and adjacent side roads. These routes are part of the Greater London Authority (GLA) road network and include red routes.
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Wandsworth roads face new 20mph speed limit
Transport for London proposes changes to A217 Swandon Way and Wandsworth Roundabout.
The speed limit reduction is being implemented under the framework of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984. TfL has made documents available for public inspection, including the official order, a statement of reasons for the proposed changes, and maps illustrating the locations and intended effects of the speed limit alterations. These documents can be accessed via the TfL website.
Written objections and other representations regarding the proposal must be submitted to TfL by 13 November 2026. Submissions can be sent by post to TfL's Streets Traffic Order Team at Palestra, 197 Blackfriars Road, London. Alternatively, representations can be made via email to trafficordersection@tfl.gov.uk, quoting reference NP/REGULATION/STOT/LL/TRO, GLA/2026/0688. TfL has stated that objections and representations may be shared with other parties affected by the proposals.
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+Which roads in Wandsworth will have their speed limits reduced?
Transport for London plans to reduce speed limits on the A217 Swandon Way between Armoury Way and Bridgend Road roundabout, York Road, and Trinity Road. The roundabout at Bridgend Road and side roads of Swandon Way up to the roundabout are also included.
+How can I object to the proposed speed limit changes?
Objections must be made in writing and sent to TfL by 13 November 2026. You can post them to TfL's Streets Traffic Order Team at Palestra, 197 Blackfriars Road, London, or email them to trafficordersection@tfl.gov.uk, quoting the reference NP/REGULATION/STOT/LL/TRO, GLA/2026/0688.
+What is the reason for reducing the speed limits?
The source material states the changes are being implemented under the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984. A statement of reasons for the proposals is available on the TfL website for those who wish to view it.
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