Stop SBLN Bristol - Update
22 Jul 2025
Welcome to this week’s update with important news and resources for you to help stop the SBLN in Bristol.
In The News (SBLN)
💾 ❌ SBLN Data Removed by Bristol City Council
Data related to the SBLN Consultation has been removed by Bristol City Council Council from their website. Data removed includes an interactive map with comments and engagement from the public.
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📄 Report Highlights Key Traffic Concerns in South Bristol
Transport planners are now drawing up initial designs for the South Bristol Liveable Neighbourhood (SBLN), based on feedback on this report.
If you don’t want a nightmare LTN in South Bristol, then take action using the links and resources at the bottom of this page.
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🚧 As a New LTN is Planned, Residents Ask 'Have Lessons from the EBLN Been Learnt?'
The answer is no.
Bristol City Council deliberately ignores all concerns, difficulties faced by residents and protests. Councillors Plowden, Dyer and Bryher completely disregard the wishes and requirements of taxpayers. Here are some comments from the article:
“It's not liveable if emergency services can't reach you on time. Look at your other reports - this is not the way forward”
“It's not just emergency vehicles, it's already a nightmare getting building materials delivered, blocking more roads will only make it worse.”
“What about all those that need to get around this city, when a scooter, bike, taxi or bus will not suffice? You need to consider ALL the residents, not just those without a car.”
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In The News (UK & Worldwide):
🇬🇧💰 Refunds for Penalties to Start in West Dulwich (Lambeth Council)
Motorists who paid PCNs for driving through traffic filters at five locations in West Dulwich can now apply for refunds through a dedicated form on the council's website.
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🇫🇷 The End of Low Emission Zones in France
The French National Assembly has voted (98 to 51) to end the country’s low-emission zones (ZFEs).
… these low-emission zone have faced mounting criticism for disproportionately impacting lower-income individuals who cannot afford to upgrade to cleaner or electric vehicles.
Environmental policies like ZFEs unfairly penalise the working and lower class… ‘ecology has become a sport for the rich’ - Alexandre Jardin, Founder, Les Gueux
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🎬 How You Can Take Action
WRITE to your MP and Councillor: click here
Structure your emails in this way:
Write down the problems you are facing (send photos if appropriate).
Write about the impact they’re having on you, your family & friends.
Write down what action you want your elected members to take.
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