Deputy Leader (Climate and Air Quality)
Waltham Forest Council is considering permanent changes to its Pay to Park scheme, an initiative overseen by the Deputy Leader (Climate and Air Quality).
Waltham Forest Council discussed proposed permanent changes to its Pay to Park (P2P) scheme at an Executive Decision meeting in December 2025. These changes, which include extending operating hours and removing free parking periods, aim to support active travel and climate goals by reducing emissions. Businesses in Chingford have raised concerns about the impact of these proposals.
The proposed changes, which were trialled via an Experimental Traffic Management Order from April 2025, are currently subject to an Equality Impact Assessment. A public consultation on the changes began in October 2025, as the council considers making the scheme permanent to address inconsistent enforcement and manage demand.
No further discussions or decisions regarding the Pay to Park scheme changes are currently scheduled. The Deputy Leader (Climate and Air Quality) is a senior political role within Waltham Forest Council, responsible for climate and air quality initiatives.
Key facts
- Waltham Forest Council discussed proposed Pay to Park changes at an Executive Decision meeting on 1 December 2025. Source
- The proposed Pay to Park changes include extending hours to 8am-6:30pm, Monday to Saturday. Source 1 Source 2
- The changes also involve removing the 15-minute free parking period and the 1-hour free period between 1pm and 2pm. Source 1 Source 2
- An Experimental Traffic Management Order for these changes was implemented on 1 April 2025. Source 1 Source 2
- A public consultation on the Pay to Park changes began on 7 October 2025. Source
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