space for gosforth

Residents campaigning for a Safe Pedestrian and Cycling Environment for Gosforth.

[space for gosforth @space4gosforth]

Last few weeks to respond to the @NorthEast_MSA bus franchising consultation – respond by 9am 28 September 2026
https://t.co/rksLimRK9e

[space for gosforth @space4gosforth]

The big question for the budget: will it embed more car-dependency by building more roads, or will it prioritise cheap sustainable alternatives like walking and cycling?

[DESNZ statistics @DESNZ_stats]

Average UK weekly road fuel prices statistics as at 26 October 2026 published today at: https://t.co/ccCO9LqX6W

[The Chronicle @ChronicleLive]

VW car smashes into designer clothing store in Newcastle city centre before fleeing the scene
https://t.co/pxv1nqvSEG

[Transport Action Network @TransportActio2]

We we want from the Budget: Move away from expensive road expansion where the case is weak, and work towards creating a transport system that provides real alternatives to driving, maintains existing infrastructure, and meets our legal climate obligations https://t.co/9ZaIsRHzdI

[space for gosforth @space4gosforth]

@ChiOnwurah @SadiqKhan Blackett Street in central Newcastle is the modern equivalent to Oxford Street pedestrianisation. Killed by @NewcastleLabour in 2022. We hope this can be revisited.

[space for gosforth @space4gosforth]

@ChiOnwurah @SadiqKhan Blackett Street in central Newcastle is the modern equivalent to Oxford Street pedestrianisation. Killed by @NewcastleLabour in 2022. We hope this can be revisited.

[The Chronicle @ChronicleLive]

Plans to pedestrianise a busy Newcastle city centre street has been shelved
https://t.co/ufexfGnssl

[space for gosforth @space4gosforth]

The consultation has been pushed back a couple of weeks, but yes these plans will make walking and cycling safer and easier to get around.

[JesmondLocal @jesmondlocal]

Will revised plans for Jesmond Dene Road make it safer and easier to get around?
The council has amended proposals for cycle lanes, crossings and junctions after residents' feedback.
A new consultation opens today.
Jingyang Tian reports: https://t.co/nEpuMX0jjg

[space for gosforth @space4gosforth]

.@ChronicleLive’s own reporting shows safety improvements are needed both on the single carriageway and dualled sections.

[The Chronicle @ChronicleLive]

Terrifying dashcam footage shows shocking near misses on A1 in Northumberland
https://t.co/wvF2zsAIBd

[space for gosforth @space4gosforth]

Why is this approach, which can be implemented quickly at minimal cost, not being considered for the A1 in Northumberland?

[Northumberland Gazette @alnwickgazette]

Speed limit to be reduced following series of crashes on busy road in Northumberland https://t.co/Dy8Bw3U5pV

[Newcastle City Council @NewcastleCC]

🚨Redheugh Bridge closed🚨

The Redheugh Bridge has this afternoon been closed due to high winds and motorists are being advised to only travel if necessary.

We understand this causes further disruption with the closure of the Tyne Bridge but public safety must be a priority.

[Newcastle City Council @NewcastleCC]

⚠️ Closed ⚠️
The Tyne Bridge is now closed to all vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians.
It will remain fully closed until 5am on Monday 2 November so that we can make vital preparations for the next stage in the restoration. ⚒️
Info and travel advice ➡️ https://t.co/BYvVZGBtUp

[Met Office @metoffice]

Another storm is on the way for the UK as we head into the weekend ⚠️

#StormBoelo will bring damaging winds with disruption expected, stay #WeatherAware

Latest info 👉 https://t.co/TfU9Ok8qZD

[Lewis Standing @LewisStanding1]

@space4gosforth @NorthumbriaOPCC Lots of Dutch A roads have a central island that prevents all overtaking

[space for gosforth @space4gosforth]

We’re glad someone is finally showing some urgency about A1 safety. Thank you @NorthumbriaOPCC & please do consider average speed cameras.

[space for gosforth @space4gosforth]

Average speed cameras would make a massive difference to safety in Northumberland’s rural roads and would help reduce congestion and emissions, while costing virtually nothing.

[space for gosforth @space4gosforth]

“even if the decision is taken to dual those roads it will take some time. In the meantime, we need to do something that improves the safety on those roads.”

[The Chronicle @ChronicleLive]

Police boss issues Northumberland A1 safety plea after eighth death of 2026
https://t.co/lce3hSVq5B

[space for gosforth @space4gosforth]

Pedestrians and cyclists will have to find an alternative route.

[Newcastle City Council @NewcastleCC]

A 10-day closure of the Tyne Bridge will be in place from 11pm on Fri 23 Oct until 5am on Mon 2 Nov.
This is to allow vital preparations for the next stage in the restoration to take place.
Read the latest news for travel advice during the closure: https://t.co/2vqGqRSVUu

[The Chronicle @ChronicleLive]

Police boss issues Northumberland A1 safety plea after eighth death of 2026
https://t.co/lce3hSVq5B

[Carbon Brief @CarbonBrief]

NEW – UNEP: Opportunity has ‘been lost’ to meet 1.5C warming limit without ‘overshoot’

✍️ Written by Daisy Dunne, Dr Giuliana Viglione and Robert McSweeney

Read here: https://t.co/m6VPYmltEr

[space for gosforth @space4gosforth]

Meet at Newcastle Civic Centre at 18.30 on Thursday 22 October for an easy ride through the Toon.

[Cycling UK @WeAreCyclingUK]

Women deserve to feel safe wherever and whenever they ride.

Glow Rides kick off this Thursday, 22 October, calling for safer streets for women. Because safer streets for women mean safer streets for everyone.

Find your local glow ride: https://t.co/fDFx6an2SE

#MyRideOurRight

[space for gosforth @space4gosforth]

It was the singular focus on dualling that meant A1 safety improvements were delayed. The lesson to be learned from this is not to repeat the same mistake again.

[Northumberland Gazette @alnwickgazette]

Council leader shares 'deep frustration' at shelved dualling plans after fatal crash on A1 in Northumberland https://t.co/Qg4e4VvBIY

[Jeff Berardelli @WeatherProf]

New paper by the World’s most prominent climate scientists shows rapid acceleration of human-caused warming, with a warming rate now that tracks to near 2.4°C by 2050, far faster than was expected, if it continues.
From paper: “We are witnessing the rapid destabilization of the Earth’s climate system. This is no longer a warning for the future; it is a diagnosis of the present. Earth’s life-support systems are being pushed beyond stable limits, with changes unfolding faster than our ability to respond. Human activities are driving profound shifts in the atmosphere, oceans, and biosphere.”
Paper Link in replies… H/T @LeonSimons8 …