News Articles Archive - Cross River Partnership

As part of the Defra-funded Smarter Greener Logistics (SGL) project, Cross River Partnership (CRP) has partnered with the London Borough of Southwark to evaluate the impact of Cycleway 4 in Surrey Quay. The final part of the installation of this segregated cycle lane took place on Lower Road, in early 2024. It provides a continuous route from Tower Bridge to Greenwich, promoting active travel and reducing traffic emissions.

11 Vivacity sensors were used to analyse changes in pedestrian, cyclist, motor vehicle, and freight traffic before and after the cycleway’s installation. This comprehensive study also incorporated air quality assessments, measuring reductions in pollutants such as Particulate Matter (PM2.5, PM10), Nitrogen Oxides (NOx), and Carbon Dioxide (CO2).

The results speak for themselves: reports revealed a noticeable increase in cyclist activity on Lower Road, alongside valuable insights into traffic and freight movements. CRP’s data-driven approach helped the London Borough of Southwark build a robust business case, showcasing the success of Cycleway 4 and supporting future sustainable transport initiatives.

Read the full case study: https://crossriverpartnership.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/WS8-Southwark-Traffic-Monitoring-case-study-1.pdf

Do you find this case study inspiring?

CRP offers expert consultancy services in monitoring, data analysis, and sustainable logistics. Get in touch to explore how we can support your projects and help drive meaningful change for your community.

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For more information, please contact Ross Phillips, CRP Sustainable Transport Manager.

CRP’s Smarter Greener Logistics (SGL) Programme has nearly been completed! In fact, we’re currently in the process of preparing our Q7 report to Defra which will be submitted at the end of the month.

Over the past 3 months, CRP and our partners have:

Completed a kerbside management trial of 8 virtual loading bays across London

Launched a cargo bike scheme in London Borough of Hackney

Completed noise monitoring on Rotherhithe New Road in London Borough of Southwark

Published 2 new case studies

To find out more about all the excited initiatives delivered through SGL, please contact CRP Senior Programme Manager Fiona Coull

CRP is pleased to announce our new “Safety After Dark” communications campaign as part of the Horizon EU-funded Just Streets project. Running from January 21st to 31st, the campaign aims to raise awareness about creating safe spaces for everyone in urban areas after dark.

The initiative will cover a variety of important topics, including street design, behaviour change, community collaboration, and effective wayfinding. The campaign also seeks to highlight the excellent work already being accomplished in London to enhance safety and security in public spaces after sunset.

Our goal is that as the “Safety After Dark” campaign unfolds, it sparks conversations that drive change in London and other cities towards increased inclusivity and safety for all.

Visit our website for more information about our participation in Just Streets and our efforts to improve urban safety, visit.

On 22nd January 2025, Global Action Plan’s Clean Air Night highlighted the hidden issue of woodsmoke pollution, which builds up in neighbourhoods as log burners are lit in the evening. Woodsmoke contains harmful fine particles (PM2.5) that can lead to heart and lung disease, diabetes, and dementia. Even newer “ecodesign” wood burners pollute homes three times more than those without.

Wood burning is not only the most polluting way to heat a home but also contributes to CO2 emissions and is often more expensive than other options.

Launched in January 2024, Clean Air Night raises awareness of these risks and encourages cleaner heating solutions.

Find more helpful facts about wood burning at Global Action Plan’s website: cleanairhub.org.uk/clean-air-night.

Huge congratulations to Simon Pitkeathley , CRP’s Private Sector Board Co-Chair and CEO of Camden Town Unlimited and Euston Town BIDs, for joining the House of Lords, as Baron Pitkeathley of Camden Town.

This is an enormous and extremely well-deserved privilege for Simon. He is an amazing leader, innovator and force for positive change.

We are so excited to see what he does to help shape our country’s future!

It’s the start of a new year, which only means one thing – it’s time for a clean-up!

This month, CRP has spent some time freshening up its project pages!

With updated visuals to highlight project outcomes and clearer messaging, this update represents our commitment to providing a better user experience and showcasing our work in a way that is both engaging and informative.

What’s Next? We’re constantly looking for ways to improve. If you have any feedback or ideas for future updates, we’d love to hear from you!

Explore the updated current project pages now – https://crossriverpartnership.org/projects/#current

Cross River Partnership are delighted to welcome two new interns to the team!

Marie and Pooja join us from Kings College London and will be working across our Healthy Streets Everyday II, Just Streets and Smarter Greener Logistics programmes.

Marie is studying for a Masters in Environment, Politics and Development and Pooja is studying Masters in Climate Change: Environment, Science and Policy.

Welcome to Cross River Partnership and we’re looking forward to working together over the next few months.

January can feel like a challenging month. With the festivities behind us, the cold weather and return to routine can leave many of us feeling low. However, prioritising your mental health and self-care can help you navigate this period.

Start by acknowledging your feelings – they’re valid and temporary. Create a routine that includes activities you enjoy, stay active, and connect with loved ones for support. Remember, it’s okay to take small steps and show yourself kindness if things don’t go as planned.

Sleep, physical activity, and social connections play a vital role in well-being. Even a short walk or a quick chat with a friend can lift your mood.

For more tips and resources on managing mental health in January, visit Mind or check out this helpful article: The Importance of Looking After Your Mental Health in January.

Let’s commit to self-care this January – you’re not alone, and brighter days are ahead!

2024 saw the kick off of the Healthy Streets Everyday II (HSE II) programme, CRP’s Mayor’s Air Quality Funded 3-year programme. HSE II will address the issue of over-dependence on private vehicles, and the associated issues of poor Air Quality, Environment, Safety, Health, and Wellbeing. 

Some of the outputs that have been delivered already include:

6 School Streets that have been installed, including 2 exemplar school streets, creating safer and more pleasant environments outside of schools by prioritising children, while reducing road danger and improving air quality.

3 new walking routes created across London, to improve pedestrian connectivity and shift more people to walking

Over 150 sq m of green space provided, to reduce pollution exposure of residents and visitors along London’s busy road network and create more vibrant, colourful streets

3 resident focussed shared cargo bikes, to support more people to shift from cars and vans to cycling journeys for journeys to the shops, school or work

Our partners on the programme will continue to deliver exciting improvements to London’s streets, with upgrades to cycling infrastructure, walking routes, implementing school streets, creating low emission transport infrastructure and providing more green space.

A huge well done and congratulations to our partners for delivering so much in 2024! As HSE II develops, we’re thrilled about the innovative projects and collaborations that lie ahead! 

For more information contact CRP Project Lead for Healthy Streets Everyday II, Ross Phillips.

As we step into 2025, we want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible progress we made together in 2024. Thanks to our dedicated partners and stakeholders, Cross River Partnership (CRP) has continued to drive forward sustainability, innovation , and inclusive growth across London.

Successfully completed the Smarter Greener Logistics programme, funded by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.
Launched the Mayor of London-funded Healthy Streets Everyday II programme, working with 14 partners to deliver more Healthy Streets across London.
In a significant milestone, secured the first European funding bid since Brexit. The Just Streets project, developed in partnership with 17 organizations across 30 countries , is a testament to our commitment to cross-border cooperation in sustainable urban planning.
Launched CRP’s Consultancy Services, offering expert guidance in Decarbonisation & Sustainability, Placemaking & Greening, Strategy Planning, Monitoring & Data Analysis, and Partnership & Stakeholder Engagement. This new venture enhances our ability to support businesses and communities in their sustainability goals.
We honoured three decades of CRP’s achievements with our #CRP30Years campaign, culminating in a special event to recognise our partners and their contributions to sustainable urban development.
We were delighted to see our London Light Freight River and Pimlico Micro-logistics Hub trials shortlisted for industry awards, highlighting our leadership in innovative urban logistics solutions.

Building on these accomplishments, CRP is excited to continue working towards a greener, more inclusive London. With the support of our partners, we look forward to delivering impactful projects that drive real change in the year ahead.

Thank you for being part of our journey. Wishing you a joyful, prosperous, and successful 2025!

Archives: News Articles

SGL Express | Traffic Monitoring Helps Assess Impact of Cycleway

Smarter Greener Logistics: The Final Stages

Launching CRP’s Safety After Dark Campaign

Clean Air Night

Congratulations to Simon Pitkeathley!

January Refresh: Updated CRP Website Project Pages

CRP Welcomes Two New Interns

Beating the January Blues: Prioritising Mental Health

Healthier Streets in 2025

Happy New Year!