09-08-2025
East Dunbartonshire expands traffic-free school project
The council's Traffic-Free Schools project will be rolled out at Lennoxtown Primary School, Meadowburn Primary School in Bishopbriggs, and Thomas Muir Primary School in Bishopbriggs.
The initiative aims to improve pedestrian safety by banning vehicles from sections of roads outside school entrances at the start and end of the school day.
Councillor Paul Ferretti (Image: Supplied) The roads will be off-limits to drivers between 8.30am and 9.15am and then again from 2.30pm to 3.15pm, Monday to Friday, during term time.
This will remain in effect until June 25, 2026.
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The council believes that this move will reduce the number of parked and moving vehicles, thereby making school areas safer and more appealing for walking, wheeling and cycling.
Councillor Paul Ferretti, convener of the council's place, neighbourhood and corporate assets committee, said: "It was great to see such positive results from the first pilot phase, which has seen a significant reduction in traffic volumes, a reduction in noise pollution and an increase in walking, cycling and wheeling to schools.
"By restricting access to areas around the schools during set times, it will help improve road safety and create a happier, safer and more pleasant environment for pupils, carers, staff and neighbouring residents alike."
The council has assured that access will be maintained for permit holders, blue badge holders, and permitted vehicles.
The permitted vehicles include those involved in emergency, postal and delivery services, and utility companies, as well as school buses and contract taxis, and vehicles used for weddings and funerals, as well as health visitors and carers ,
Anyone found violating the restrictions will face a £50 fine from Police Scotland.
Existing parking restrictions will remain in place while residents and local businesses will receive one vehicle permit per property, with the option to apply for more, free of charge.
