parking on grass verges
Havering Council is reviewing its procedures for enforcing parking on grass verges following concerns raised by councillors.
Havering Council is investigating its procedures for enforcing parking on grass verges, following concerns raised by councillors in March 2026. Councillor Martin Goode questioned how the council identifies and addresses illegal parking. Councillor Barry Muggleston, Cabinet Member for Regeneration, explained that council officers are responsible for identifying contraventions and managing them.
The current process involves officers sending a letter to the resident or business owner, directing them to the dropped crossing procedure. The letter also warns that enforcement actions may be taken if they do not comply. No further meetings or decisions on this review are currently scheduled.
Key facts
- Havering Council is reviewing its procedures for enforcing parking on grass verges. Source
- The issue was discussed at a Havering Council meeting in March 2026. Source
- Councillor Martin Goode questioned how the council identifies and addresses illegal parking. Source
- Councillor Barry Muggleston explained council officers identify and manage contraventions. Source
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