Newham Council launches 12-week parking consultation
Residents and businesses are invited to share views on street space management until December 10.
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Newham Council has launched a 12-week public consultation to gather views on the use of parking and kerbside spaces across the borough. The initiative began on September 17 and will continue until December 10, inviting input from residents, businesses, and visitors.
Aims of the Consultation
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The consultation aims to inform a long-term strategy for managing parking, kerbside, and street spaces. Mayor of Newham Forhad Hussain stated that the ambition is to create a system that supports a vibrant local economy and helps protect residents against increasing costs. He indicated that the changes implemented will be driven by the desires of Newham's residents and businesses.
Mayor Hussain said, "My ambition is to have a parking and kerbside system that supports a vibrant local economy, protects people against rising costs, and enables people to visit their local high street rather than being a barrier." He added, "That is why we are launching this consultation, so the changes we implement are driven by what the residents and businesses of Newham want to see."
Scope of Inquiry
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The consultation is exploring a range of issues. These include current levels of car ownership, the cost and availability of parking, and potential future uses for kerbside areas. Possibilities being considered for kerbside spaces include facilities for electric vehicle charging and outdoor seating for businesses, alongside other community needs.
The initiative also considers how street space is allocated for different modes of transport, such as walking, cycling, and driving, and addresses the daily travel challenges faced by people in the borough. Councillor Susan Masters, cabinet member for adults, health, and environment, emphasised the need for a considered approach. She stated, "We need to use our street spaces in the right way, as changing demand is competing for finite road space and for that, we need an evidence-based approach and a long-term strategy."
Next Steps
The findings from this 12-week consultation will be used to shape Newham Council's future parking and kerbside strategy. The consultation period concludes on December 10. Further details on how to participate can be found on the Newham Council website.
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+When does the Newham parking consultation end?
The public consultation on parking and kerbside space launched by Newham Council began on September 17 and will run for 12 weeks, concluding on December 10. Residents and businesses are encouraged to provide their views before this date.
+What is the main goal of this consultation?
The primary goal is to gather evidence and opinions to inform a long-term strategy for parking and kerbside spaces. Mayor Forhad Hussain aims for a system that supports the local economy, helps manage rising costs, and balances the needs of all road users.
+What topics are being covered in the consultation?
The consultation covers car ownership, parking costs, and future potential uses for kerbside areas, such as electric vehicle charging points or outdoor seating. It also examines how street space is used for walking, cycling, and driving.
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