Reducing Traffic Congestion

Geography: AQA GCSE, topic 4.1.11

Urban Transport Strategies

Traffic congestion and air pollution that vehicles create is a major problem for cities.

London's tube system has 11 lines and the Elizabeth line (high-frequency rail service), which opened in 2022.
In 2017/18, 1.4 billion trips were taken on the London Underground.
Santander or 'Boris' bikes can be rented to get from A to B.
Consumers can 'tap in' and 'tap out' of the tube or buses using an Oyster card, a bank card or their mobile phones.
Lagos is constructing 2 new train lines to try to improve their public transport system.
Buses often have priority lanes, making them faster than driving yourself.

In 2003, London introduced a congestion charge, charging drivers £11.50 per day to use their car in central London.
Taxi services like Uber, Kapten and Bolt offer on-demand, cheap taxis, which means people will leave their cars at home and use taxis instead.
Pedestrianised zones reduce congestion, however, the plan to make London's Oxford Street pedestrianised failed because of protests.
Businesses allowing employees to work remotely, work from home, or work flexible hours can reduce congestion at peak travel times.
Schools in Anfield in Liverpool close early before midweek football matches to allow staff & students to get home without traffic.