Keyhole Bridge Archives

Keyhole Bridge

Rat-run bridge will remain open to motor traffic, insists council – despite Cycling UK proclaiming “victory” for cyclists and walkers following legal challenge

The local authority has denied conceding that the decision to reopen the road to motorists was “unlawful”, claiming it reached an agreement with the cycling charity to “avoid further conflict and reduce costs”

Sun, Dec 03, 2023 19:13

Victory for cyclists and walkers in legal challenge to council decision to reopen narrow bridge to motor traffic

Cycling UK says outcome of Keyhole Bridge case underlines need for local authorities to evaluate benefits of temporary active travel schemes before removing them

Thu, Nov 30, 2023 15:46

Cycling UK takes council to court over “unlawful” decision to keep rat-run open

This is the second time Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) Council is facing legal action over its decision to keep the incredibly narrow underpass open to motor vehicles.

Sat, Mar 18, 2023 13:53

Cycling UK threatens council with legal action over “unlawful” decision to keep rat-run open

The charity has penned a letter to Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council (BCP) outlining its intention to challenge the decision to keep the route open to motor vehicles

Tue, Feb 07, 2023 17:41

Judge orders council that scrapped safe cycling and walking route to reopen consultation

Campaigners succeed in judicial review of decision to allow rat-running motorists to drive through Poole’s Keyhole Bridge

Thu, Nov 18, 2021 17:44

Campaigners seek funding for legal challenge to removal of Poole active travel scheme

Keyhole Bridge underpass which provided safe link between two parks in Dorset town was reopened to motor vehicles in March

Wed, Sep 15, 2021 18:33