Blackfriars Bridge

• Road traffic on Blackfriars Bridge remains after slim vote at council

  London city councillors voted 8-7 in favour of a keeping the current configuration of allowing westbound vehicular traffic and bicycles and pedestrians in both directions.

  Canada

  Jun 27, 2023
  
• Blackfriars Bridge closed to vehicular traffic until Friday despite committee debate

  The closure, which will be lifted on Friday, is set to allow crews to complete 'the installation of accent lighting on the bridge,' according to the city.

  Traffic

  Jun 26, 2023
  
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• Green light: Blackfriars Bridge likely to remain open to vehicles

  Members of the Civic Works Committee voted in favour of a motion that would keep vehicles travelling eastbound and pedestrians and cyclists crossing in both directions.

  Politics

  Jun 13, 2023
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• London, Ont., council to consider compromise on Blackfriars Bridge traffic

  A report to council outlines three options for the future of traffic on Blackfriars Bridge. City staff are recommending seasonal closures to cars during warmer months.

  Politics

  Jun 7, 2023
• Public input sought in study examining long-term usage of London’s Blackfriars Bridge

  The study includes an online survey Londoners can take to provide data about how they use the Blackfriars Bridge, including how often, why, and by what modes of transportation.

  Canada

  Dec 8, 2022
• Blackfriars Bridge to reopen to eastbound traffic on Friday: city officials

  The reopening of the bridge comes as the city conducts a study to evaluate the bridge's long-term usage, including traffic analysis and public engagement, the city said.

  Canada

  Nov 22, 2021
• Blackfriars Bridge to reopen to vehicular traffic as London city council awaits study

  The wrought iron bridge, erected in 1875, was designated a heritage structure in 1992 and is one of a small number of bridges like it that are still in active use.

  Canada

  Nov 17, 2021
• Petition calls for Blackfriars Bridge to remain closed to vehicular traffic

  The city blocked vehicular access to the bridge in April of 2020 in a bid to provide pedestrians and cyclists proper physical distancing amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

  Canada

  Nov 1, 2021
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• Crash forces Society Cafe to close days after grand opening

  London police said the driver of the vehicle involved remains in custody.

  Crime

  Oct 28, 2019
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• Blackfriars Bridge shutting down for finishing touches

  Motorists will need to find an alternate route Oct. 15-18 while the Blackfriars Bridge closes to vehicular traffic.

  Traffic

  Oct 13, 2019