To remove the obstructive parking and consequent access and congestion issues for both vehicles and pedestrians, at the Broad Lane/Hale Road and Broad Lane/Ashmeade junctions and along Broad Lane. The proposals would improve safe access for all road users and would be of a particular benefit in improving safe pedestrian access along Broad Lane where there were instances of footways being obstructed.

1.          That the introduction of waiting restrictions on Broad Lane, Hale Road and Ashmeade, as detailed on plan reference E9024-01 A, be approved.

2.          That formal consultation be carried out with nearby residents at each location and that any objections maintained be reported back for consideration.

3.          That authorisation be given to advertise the intention to introduce the Traffic Regulation Order as detailed in the Schedules to this report, and that if no objections are maintained, the Order be made and implemented in whole or in part.

To remove the obstructive parking and consequent access and congestion issues for both vehicles and pedestrians, at the Broad Lane/Hale Road and Broad Lane/Ashmeade junctions and along Broad Lane. The proposals would improve safe access for all road users and would be of a particular benefit in improving pedestrian safety pedestrian access along Broad Lane where there were instances of footways being obstructed.

The original proposals were amended following the informal consultation with residents. The proposals achieve the objectives of maintaining safe access for all road users in the area whilst taking into account the views of residents. 

None.