It says the Newcastle scheme had 'little impact' on congestion - but locals criticise the decision.
A scheme designed to reduce congestion and encourage sustainable transport in Newcastle is due to be scrapped.
However, the zone had not prompted more people to start walking or cycling, and had made "little to no impact" on reducing school traffic, it said.which had been piloted for 18 monthsIt meant that the roads could not be used for through traffic, restricting the number of cars in traditionally busy areas.
The Fenham LTN was among the first to be implemented across the city, with a similar scheme currently being trialled in Jesmond.
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