{"id":1427,"date":"2025-02-14T20:46:00","date_gmt":"2025-02-14T20:46:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hayesandconeyhallcllrs.com\/wp\/?p=1427"},"modified":"2025-02-14T20:46:00","modified_gmt":"2025-02-14T20:46:00","slug":"josh-campaigns-against-654-bus-withdrawal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hayesandconeyhallcllrs.com\/wp\/josh-campaigns-against-654-bus-withdrawal\/","title":{"rendered":"Josh campaigns against 654 bus withdrawal"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Cllr. Josh Coldspring-White has written to TFL concerning the proposal to withdraw the 654 bus route<\/div><\/div>

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To whom it may concern,<\/p>

I wanted to write to you regarding proposals by Transport for London (TfL) to withdraw the 654 bus route. I represent Hayes, Coney Hall, and Keston Village, through which the 654 runs. The proposal to withdraw this service has raised serious concerns\u00a0and I urge you to reconsider the decision.<\/p>

In our area, only the 353 bus offers a viable alternative for students using the 654. However, the 353 is already overcrowded during school times and cannot handle additional demand. Without the 654, residents will face longer journeys, needing to change buses in Bromley for services to Locksbottom, Crofton, and Orpington. Existing routes, like the 246 to Keston and 146 to Downe, are already struggling with capacity issues. In a semi-rural area like ours, with limited transport options, this is a significant concern.<\/p>

The proposed cuts go against promises made by the Mayor regarding public transport improvements as part of the Ultra-Low Emission Zone (ULEZ). My residents were promised a \u2018ULEZ dividend\u2019 of increased investment in public transport \u2013 yet withdrawing bus routes contradicts this pledge. At the same time, TfL is consulting on expanding services in Inner London, such as the B1 \u2018Bakerloop\u2019. This does little to change the perception amongst my residents that TfL is simply not interested, nor understands, communities in Bromley \u2013 and indeed Outer London \u2013 like Hayes & Coney Hall.<\/p>

The social impact of this decision should also be considered. Bromley is home to several outstanding schools, including St. Olave\u2019s Grammar. Removing the 654 route could limit access for vulnerable students, affecting social mobility and educational opportunities.<\/p>

I strongly urge you to continue the 654 bus route and invest in better public transport for Hayes, Coney Hall, and Keston Village. My community deserves nothing less than\u00a0reliable, accessible transport options.<\/p>

In the public interest, I will be publishing this letter.<\/p>

With best wishes,<\/p>

Cllr. Josh Coldspring-White<\/b><\/strong><\/p>

Councillor for Hayes, Coney Hall and Keston Village<\/p><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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