Proportionality
Councils are currently addressing concerns about the proportionality of decisions, particularly regarding transparency and resident opposition to schemes.
Ealing Council's Overview and Scrutiny Committee upheld a Cabinet decision on the West Middlesex Golf Course in July 2026, despite councillors raising concerns about the deal's proportionality and transparency due to many documents not being made public. Separately, Barnet Council faced questions in March 2026 from residents about the proportionality and evidence base of the Underhill South Controlled Parking Zone, which proceeded despite significant opposition.
Proportionality, as a decision-making principle, relates to ensuring actions taken are fair, reasonable, and appropriate to the objective. It also involves balancing representation and decision-making, particularly concerning political groups, and ensuring fairness and equal opportunity in submitting motions to council meetings.
Key facts
- Ealing Council's Overview and Scrutiny Committee upheld a Cabinet decision on the West Middlesex Golf Course in July 2026. Source
- Councillors Hirsch and Gallant raised concerns about the transparency and proportionality of the West Middlesex Golf Course deal. Source
- Residents questioned the proportionality of the Underhill South CPZ at a Barnet Council meeting in March 2026. Source
- 61% of residents in affected roads opposed the Underhill South CPZ scheme. Source
About this summary
This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on. It describes what councils have discussed and decided; it does not take a view on any decision. Each key fact links to the story it comes from. Updated 30 September 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.