Campaigners claim controversial "road blocks" in Withington were pulled based on anecdotal evidence - as data shows it met its goals.
The Safer Streets Scheme saw nine junctions on the Hartley estate in the south Manchester suburb fitted with plant filters to prevent motor traffic movements.
The six-month trial started last August, but was brought to an end by council bosses in March, although two of the filters will stay.
It divided opinion, with a petition launched protesting their installation almost as soon as it was completed. However, pro-walking and cycling groups welcomed the move, saying it made the area quieter. READ MORE: He thought he was untouchable...
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