Leidschendam-Voorburg council opposes current Vlietlijn plans

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The Leidschendam-Voorburg city council wanted the plans for constructing the Vlietlijn to be changed. A large majority was seriously concerned about the possible consequences of the new tram line for Voorburg-West and wanted alternatives to be investigated.

Alderman Marcel Belt (D66) said the council could ultimately stop construction of the Vlietlijn, although doing so would become more difficult as the project progressed.

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Concerns grow over traffic disruption from Oude Middenweg closure

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Alderman Marcel Belt of Leidschendam-Voorburg said traffic congestion caused by the long-term closure of the Oude Middenweg in The Hague was manageable in Leidschendam-Zuid, according to measurements. Residents and several political parties remained unconvinced and feared that more serious problems were still to come. Residents said the pressure was increasing and expressed concern about the situation.