Havering Council is to seek compensation for the “wear and damage” caused to local roads by traffic diverted from Gallows Corner.

The junction has been closed for almost nine months for a major reconstruction project, which was originally meant to take 10 weeks, and is now slated to reopen by the end of April, says MyLondon.

The Gallows Corner flyover and roundabout in Romford is undergoing a major, long-term renewal project, now expected to fully reopen by the end of April 2026. The closure, which began in June 2025, includes replacing the aging, 1970s structure. Due to complex, ground issues and utility work, the project has suffered significant delays

Both the roundabout and flyover are being totally rebuilt by Transport for London, which it says will “allow for the removal of speed and weight restrictions, improving journey times, reliability and safety”. The new Gallows Corner will also feature pedestrian and cycling routes.

Councillor Barry Mugglestone, the cabinet member for environment, said the council “needed to be compensated” by TfL for the “wear and damage” to other roads caused by rerouted traffic. It is currently closed to all traffic except emergency service vehicles, black cabs, and TfL buses.

TfL and Mayor of London Sadiq Khan – whose office is funding the works alongside the Department for Transport – apologised last November for what he called “continued disruption caused by the delays”.

A TfL spokesperson said this week the renewal was “essential to ensuring the long‐term safety and reliability of this key part of the road network”, and the body was “incredibly grateful to residents and businesses for their continued patience while we carry out these essential works”.

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