The council will submit a formal response to TfL’s proposed withdrawal of the 415 bus route, opposing the removal of the route, which runs between Tulse Hill and the Old Kent Road. The public consultation closes on 15 November, and local residents have been urged to respond with their views.
Word from the Council
Deputy Leader of Lambeth Council, Councillor Ciara Alleyne said: “The 415 is a vital route for Tulse Hill residents and we urge TfL to reconsider proposals to withdraw it from service. Thousands of people, many on lower incomes, rely on the 415 and removing it would make their journeys longer and more difficult.
“I’m particularly concerned about the impact on elderly, disabled and young families. The 2 and 432 are often packed by the time they reach Tulse Hill at peak times, which will create a real accessibility issue for those who need a seat. Under these proposals, thousands of people will face longer ‘split’ journeys requiring a change of bus. In Brixton, this will add congestion to the high-street, where pavements are incredibly busy already.
“We share TfL and the Mayor’s ambitions to speed up bus journey times and make services more reliable. Supported by TfL funding, we’ve recently published plans to speed up buses on six main road corridors. Withdrawing the 415 would set that back and make bus travel less attractive.
“We hope the Mayor and TfL will listen to local residents and bring forward alternative proposals that keep our communities connected.”
Those traveling on to Elephant and Castle/the Old Kent Road from Brixton would also have to travel 20% further than they do currently, as the 333 passes through Stockwell, rather than continuing directly along Brixton Road.
Local residents are encouraged to share their views on the proposals through Transport for London’s official consultation: https://haveyoursay.tfl.gov.uk/routes-415-333-changes
The council will be submitting a detailed technical response to the consultation, as well as writing to local MPs and Lambeth’s London Assembly Member, to encourage them to raise the issue with the Mayor and Transport for London.
