RESIDENTS fighting to save a Hatch End pelican crossing have won their battle.

Harrow Council's plans for roads in the area would have seen zebra crossings replace the lights, which when red allow space for traffic to join Uxbridge Road from side streets.

Under the revised scheme the crossing stays, a pedestrian island will be added at the junction with Anselm Road.

Alvin Barnett, of Woodridings Avenue, who organised the petition, said: “We've done our bit. I'm pleased that the result went through and we influenced the council's thinking.

“I think personally it was quite a poor show that we had to go through that process in a two week period and I think they were quite wrong to only give two weeks for a project of this magnitude.

“But we did our job like a couple of soldiers and we marshaled our efforts and in two weeks, which is extraordinary.”

The scheme, designed to make the roads safer, will also include extra blue badge parking bays and on street parking near Hatch End station as well as a westbound bus lane between the Morrisons roundabout and Dove Park.

Councillor Phillip O'Dell, responsible for environment and community safety, said: “This area has been an ongoing concern for residents, so it is important we get it right.

“We have listened to local residents and acted on what they told us during the consultation.

“The end result is a scheme that will reduce congestion, encourage drivers to slow down and increase safety all round.

“I would like to thank everyone who took the time to tell us what they thought of the plans and thank them in advance for their patience while this important work is carried out.”

He added: "Before the consultation started we set up a stakeholder group made up of local businesses, residents and councillors to get early feedback and comments on the main issues.

"We also ran a number of publicised exhibitions manned by Council staff where people could come and discuss the proposals."