Blackfriars

• 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
  
• 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
  
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• $500K damage estimate in Blackfriars blaze deemed suspicious by London, Ont. police

  Emergency personnel were called to the scene at 66 Blackfriars St. shortly before 5 p.m. for a fully involved structure fire, officials said.

  Fire

  Jun 23, 2022
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• 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
• 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
• Blackfriars Bridge to receive official send-off from city before removal for rehabilitation

  The event, set to take place Thursday morning, will serve as a temporary farewell to the bridge that has spanned the Thames since 1875.

  Canada

  Nov 14, 2017
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• Blackfriars Bridge officially closes as rehabilitation work ramps up

  Work currently underway includes the removal of pedestrian fencing, traffic and pedestrian railings, and deck boards, the city said.

  Canada

  Oct 19, 2017
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• City awards $7.9M contract for Blackfriars Bridge rehabilitation in London

  The city awarded a $7.9 million contact for the rehabilitation project, which will increase the bridge's lifespan to 75 years.

  Politics

  Sep 5, 2017