The recent consultation over the future of the North Circular has been hailed a success by planners.

Transport for London last month revealed its proposals for the stretch of the A406 road between Bounds Green and Green Lanes, and since then there has been a considerable response from residents.

The capital's transport chiefs organised a week-long exhibition at the end of June in Trinity-at-Bowes Methodist Church, Palmerston Road, Palmers Green, detailing the plans, which attracted an estimated 800 local residents.

So far, planners have also received a total of 90 written questions and about 230 comments from visitors to the exhibition.

A spokeswoman for Transport for London said: "We have had some good responses and they might lead to minor amendments to the plans."

She added: "At this stage, the work is due to commence in spring 2004."

The Transport for London plans include the upgrading of the road to at least two lanes in each direction, the installation of a cycle track, and closing or restricting some side roads to stop drivers using them as short cuts to avoid the A406.

The consultation period has now been extended until August to encourage more responses from residents.

Tony Newton, spokesman for the Broomfield House Owners and Residents Association, told the Independent last week that the previous consultation period was far too short and on Monday he expressed his delight that Transport for London had lengthened it.

If you want to add your views contact Bob Frost on 7941 7205.

July 11, 2002 10:30