'I got it wrong. Since the changes it's become more vibrant': life in an LTN

Three low-traffic neighbourhood schemes across the UK highlight the difficulties and benefits of curbing cars to encourage cycling and walkingRead more in our Green Streets seriesWhen Newcastle city council planned to reduce motorist access to Acorn Road in the leafy suburb of Jesmond back in 2014, hardware store owner Steve Robson helped to raise a petition against the ?350,000 scheme, organised meetings to oppose the plans and told a local newspaper that the proposed changes would be "devastating". Continue reading...