Hillingdon Council is set to investigate the introduction of new residents' parking schemes following a petition hearing on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Councillor Steve Tuckwell, Cabinet Member for Planning, Housing & Growth, considered petitions regarding parking and traffic issues in Ruislip.
A petition requesting a residents' parking scheme for Hale End Close, Hume Way, and Eastcote Road in Ruislip was heard. Residents reported daily difficulties with non-residents occupying parking spaces, impacting their ability to park near their homes, particularly affecting vulnerable individuals. The petitioners requested a scheme at no or minimal cost.
Councillor Tuckwell decided that officers should add this request to the Council's extensive Parking Scheme Programme for possible informal consultation. The decision to add a request to the programme is made by the Cabinet Member after meeting with petitioners and listening to their concerns, as outlined in the report for the Hale End Close, Hume Way and Eastcote Road petition.
A Ward Councillor supported the petition, noting the significant parking pressures due to nearby facilities. These include the Highgrove Pool and Fitness Centre and Bishop Ramsey School, as well as school-related traffic and contractors. The Ward Councillor advocated for further investigation and resident engagement.
Residents requested the scheme be implemented 'at no cost or at a minimal, reasonable charge'. The current permit costs set by full Council, which apply across Hillingdon, are: 1st permit - £92.40, 2nd permit - £132.90, 3rd permit - £179.10, 4th permit - £219.50, and 5th and subsequent permits - £259.00. These charges are set by full Council and apply across the borough.
The Transport Planning and Projects Team Leader advised that any scheme would need to consider surrounding roads to avoid displacement effects. This suggests that nearby roads like Campbell Close should be included in future assessments. The specific criteria for including other roads in future assessments are not explicitly stated beyond the general need to avoid displacement effects.
These decisions were made after Councillor Tuckwell met with petitioners and listened to their concerns. The meetings were part of a process to consider the issues raised and determine appropriate next steps for the council. Further details can be found in the Public reports pack for the petition hearing here and the specific petition details here.
