Floating Bus Stop Campaign

PROMISES MADE. DECISIONS REVERSED. DISABLED VOICES LEFT OUT.

DAH is deeply disappointed that construction of the controversial Ferry Lane floating bus stop is underway despite assurances given shortly before the local elections that the scheme would not proceed. DAH had been extensively involved in challenging the original proposals and raising concerns about safety and accessibility, but the Council later reversed its position without contacting us again. No explanation. No update. No further engagement.

Disability Action Haringey infographic challenging Haringey Council’s decision to proceed with the Ferry Lane floating bus stop. An illustration shows a red bus beside a boarding island separated from the pavement by a cycle lane that pedestrians must cross. DAH raises safety concerns for Disabled people, older residents and others, calling for transparency, Equality Impact Assessments and co-production. Bold red, yellow and black graphics declare: “Safer streets for everyone. Don’t design us out!”

AND OUR CONCERNS REMAIN.
Floating bus stops can create points of conflict between pedestrians and cyclists. Blind and visually impaired people, wheelchair users, older people, parents with young children, and cyclists.

Nobody should have to cross a busy cycle lane simply to board or leave a bus without proper consideration of their safety.

DAH supports safer streets, cycling infrastructure and sustainable transport, but improving safety for one group must never come at the expense of another.

DAH is calling on Haringey Council to:

Explain why the decision was reversed and why DAH was never informed.
Publish the Equality Impact assessments supporting the decision.
Demonstrate a genuine commitment to co-production with Disabled residents.

DAH values its relationship with Haringey Council and remains committed to working together, but that partnership must be built on trust, transparency and mutual respect.

We will not remain silent when decisions risk creating barriers for Disabled people.

WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!
If you are concerned about the Ferry Lane floating bus stop, we ask Disabled residents, older people, parents, bus passengers and cyclists to share your views. Your experiences matter!

SAFER STREETS FOR EVERYONE. DON’T DESIGN US OUT!

Contact us: info@d-a-h.org or telephone: 0203 355 0071 or complete the online form below and we will contact you.