A new diagonal pedestrian crossing will become operational this month at one of Wood Green’s busiest junctions.
The crossing will be in operation from 3pm on November 26th,enabling commuters to cross directly from Wood Green underground station to the corner diametrically opposite, adjacent to Morrisons.
Photographers and journalists are welcome to attend the official opening at 3pm.
The crossing should not significantly affect the traffic flow as only a small adjustment to crossing times is necessary for the scheme to work.
Haringey Council Cabinet Member for Neighbourhoods, said:
” In order to cross over to the Morrison’s side of the road from the underground pedestrians have had to negotiate two busy junctions.
“This diagonal crossing will be quicker and will make the journey to and from the underground station easier and safer. It will also prevent people from jumping the barriers, as they do now, to cut out the double crossing.
“The traditional crossing routes will remain but have been improved to make them more accessible for groups such as wheelchair users and those with sight, hearing or mobility impairments.”
The crossing has been built with £400K from TfL to improve pedestrian accessibility at this busy junction.
The scheme includes:
*a diagonal pedestrian crossing from Wood Green Station *stop lines for cyclists on all approaches to the signal junction *improvements to the street lighting at the junction *new pavement surfaces at selected areas *extension of taxi parking on the High Road *additional cycle parking
Photos of the official opening will be available on Monday 29th November.
