Gallows Corner flyover reopens to traffic following major refurbishment work

A major transport bottleneck in London has been relieved with the reopening of the Gallows Corner flyover.

Transport for London has confirmed that the flyover and roundabout have fully reopened to traffic following the completion of major strengthening and refurbishing work. All remaining traffic management and diversion routes have been removed.

The renewal of the ageing Gallows Corner flyover has helped secure the long-term future of a key transport link in Havering and east London. Originally built in the 1970s as a temporary structure, all elements of the flyover except the foundations have been completely renewed and replaced to ensure it can continue supporting London’s road network for decades to come.

The new structure will enable the removal of speed and weight restrictions, improving journey reliability for people travelling through the area and helping to support local bus services. The project has also delivered new pedestrian and cycle crossings around the roundabout alongside resurfacing and improved road markings.

Stuart Harvey, TfL’s chief capital officer, said: “We’re pleased to confirm that Gallows Corner Flyover has fully reopened following the completion of this major programme of works. We’d like to apologise to local residents, businesses and road users for the delays to these works and thank them for their patience while this essential project has been carried out.”