If you would like to make comments about any of the schemes listed below please contact us by e-mail at trafficcalming@gateshead.gov.uk| or through the contacts provided alongside each scheme.
Current Consultations
Birtley 20mph Zone
This scheme involves creating a 20mph zone within the residential area of Birtley from Newcastle Bank to Durham Road adjacent to Birtley Medical Group. The zone also encompasses Birtley Lane, Mount Pleasant Road, Fell Bank, Blackfell Way and Station Lane. The purpose of this scheme is to reduce overall speed and contribute to road safety.
If you have any queries on the proposals please contact Neil Hole by telephone on 0191 433 3136 or by email at neilhole@gateshead.gov.uk by 10/02/2012.
Gladstone Terrace Restrictions
Following school safety concerns an amendment to the existing School Clearway has been proposed. The attached plan indicates the extent of the scheme.
If you wish to comment on these proposals, or for further information please contact Carl Hodgson on 433 3102 or email carlhodgson@gateshead.gov.uk
Crawcrook 20mph Zone
Through funding allocated by the Department for Transport for cycling and public transport infrastructure improvements within Gateshead, improvements in Crawcrook and the surrounding areas are proposed. In addition to this, as part of the Councils Speed Management plan, a 20mph zone in the centre of Crawcrook is also proposed. The plans can be viewed by clicking on the following links;
If you have any comments regarding any of the proposals please contact Carl Hodgson on 0191 4333102 or by emailing jamiethompson@gateshead.gov.uk|