Network Rail to Rebuild the Earley Station Footbridge
The planning consultation to rebuild the footbridge over the platforms at Earley station, linking the Wokingham Road to Woodley and providing a valuable access route across the train tracks, closed on 3 March 2026.
This bridge will replace the existing bridge. Disappointingly the new version does not have lifts, ramp access or bike gutters and so will become inaccessible to many.
As national rail infrastructure is seen as ‘vital national infrastructure’, there was no obligation for Network Rail to listen to local objections from residents or Council members.
This bridge will be another missed opportunity for Active Travel and will discriminate against many groups unable to ascend and descend staircases, which is incredibly disappointing.
Wokingham Borough Council Safer Streets Speed Limit Suggestions
In January WoBC adopted a new speed limit policy. The Council are now asking residents to tell them which particular streets they feel the speed limit should be lowered.
This is a good opportunity for residents to have their say and decide on what routes are particularly important for active travel and speed limit reduction.
To nominate a street, visit the WoBC website or click on this link: https://tinyurl.com/55tndfen
Sutton Seeds Roundabout on A4 London Road into Reading
WoBC are working in partnership with Reading Borough Council to improve transport links into Reading along the A4 London Road.
A public consultation has been opened to get views on a set of proposals to improve the Sutton Seeds roundabout and the existing bus lane on the A4 London Road.
To respond to the consultation, please click on this link: https://tinyurl.com/2h4uh6tv
Alex Cran
WoBC Campaigner for RCC
