The London assessment studies: Methods and applicability.

Four studies, announced in November 1986, are currently examining transport problems in four areas of London. Each study is being conducted by a separate consultancy team, but a common approach has been adopted by undertaking the investigations under four broad topics:- movement- environment- consultation- planning and economic development. Presented are the methods used so far and will draw tentative conclusions on their applicability to urban transport planning. The focus of the conclusions will relate to the key characteristics of these studies: - problem identification as a necessary step prior to transport strategy /scheme formulation;- public involvement as an equal and early contributor to urban transport planning.