Review enforcement of Section 132 of the Highways Act
We think council's around the country are not using their legal powers to fine people and remove graffiti and items that are unsafely attached to railings, lamposts and bridges that can cause dangerous circumstance if left unchecked.
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Review enforcement of Section 132 of the Highways Act
We think council's around the country are not using their legal powers to fine people and remove graffiti and items that are unsafely attached to railings, lamposts and bridges that can cause dangerous circumstance if left unchecked.
React
Where do you stand on this motion?
See what others are saying
Members can read every reason.
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Review enforcement of loading area restrictions and penalties
Look at stronger penalties and enforcement for people parking in loading areas. HGVs can find it hard to navigate towns and complete deliveries because of nuisance parking.
Road maintenance enforcement through legal action against council
A resident provides a template legal letter for residents to notify local authorities of intent to apply to Magistrates Court to force road repairs under Section 56 of the Highways Act 1980.
Review private parking regulation
Review and strengthen private parking regulation to stop unfair fines. Ban tickets for brief stops to read signs or turn safely. Require mandatory grace periods, automatic refunds for unfair charges, penalties and criminal liability for abusive parking companies so drivers are treated fairly.
Review police powers under section 136 of Mental Health Act
I would like to see the police have more power to help those in crisis in their own homes. Without a warrant, they can only enforce a section 136 if it happens in public.
Low Traffic Neighbourhood scheme legality disputed
A High Court ruling found Low Traffic Neighbourhoods in the area were implemented illegally and may have been used for revenue generation. There are claims that councils should refund collected fees.