Havering Council is set to review its parking enforcement data following concerns raised by councillors during a recent council meeting.
The issue was brought to the forefront during the Council meeting on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, when Councillor Martin Goode questioned the effectiveness of enforcement regarding parking on grass verges. Councillor Barry Muggleston, Cabinet Member for Environment and Deputy Mayor of Havering, explained the council's process.
For grass verge parking violations, the initial step is to issue a letter to the resident or business owner, directing them to the dropped crossing procedure. If non-compliance continues, and the resident or business owner does not engage, the council may consider installing bollards to physically prevent access. The associated costs for installing bollards may be recharged to the occupier. Councillor Muggleston stated that if residents or business owners do not engage after receiving a letter and further communication, the council may consider other measures such as bollards to be installed to physically prohibit access. The meeting does not explicitly mention other alternative enforcement methods beyond letters and bollards.
Councillor Goode expressed doubt about the enforcement on regular offenders and requested a list of fines and enforcement actions. Councillor Muggleston invited specific locations to be brought to his attention for investigation.
Later in the meeting, Councillor Pat Brown raised a similar concern about parking enforcement and asked how many legal actions had been taken. Councillor Muggleston reiterated the process and encouraged the councillor to email him with specific cases.
These discussions indicate a council commitment to examining its parking enforcement practices and data. The meeting agenda and related documents can be found on the Havering Council website, including the Public reports pack and Council Questions.
