#OffTheRecord Is it not time for a new Hammersmith Bridge and a New Voting System? #haveyoursay

Let’s  Have a Hammersmith Bridge #HammersmithBridge #Surrey
You may already know, on Monday night, London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham (LBHF) selected the Foster + Partners and Cowi “double decker” solution as its preferred option for the strengthening works to Hammersmith Bridge.  

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This solution involves the construction of temporary platforms over the current decking of the bridge to allow foot, cycle, and motor traffic to cross while the original structure is repaired. This solution allows for the original deck to be removed in pieces and lowered into barges below for offsite renovation.  
 
The plan is estimated to be almost £40 million cheaper than a more conventional approach and is likely to mean the bridge can be reopened to motor traffic much sooner than expected, however, we have yet to be provided with an official timeline. 
 
In the same announcement, LBHF have also confirmed reports that a reopened Hammersmith Bridge will be subject to a toll or road user charge. While no exact figure has been put forward, it seems likely that the cost will be around £3 per crossing in a motor vehicle. While I think many residents would not oppose this charge if it is the price of finally getting the Bridge repaired, I am extremely worried that no outside parties have been allowed to review the proposal so far.  
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The debate is scheduled for 17 October 2022.

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