utility companies
Kingston Council recently debated how to manage roadworks by utility companies, defeating a motion for a dedicated officer.
Kingston Council recently debated how to manage roadworks by utility companies, which often cause traffic delays. In October 2026, councillors defeated a motion to create a dedicated officer role to tackle roadworks and liaise with contractors. Opponents argued that current measures and a planned lane rental scheme are more suitable for improving traffic flow.
The defeated motion, proposed by Councillor Ian George, aimed to explore options for a dedicated officer to proactively prevent regular road digging by companies providing essential services like gas, water, and electricity. Councillor George stated that existing efforts were not effectively addressing the inconvenience caused by these works.
Key facts
- Kingston Council defeated a motion for a dedicated roadworks officer in October 2026. Source
- The motion sought to explore a dedicated officer post to improve traffic flow and liaise with contractors. Source
- Opponents of the motion cited existing measures and a forthcoming lane rental scheme as more appropriate solutions. Source
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