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North East Lincolnshire Bans Parking on Verges and Pavements
14 Aug
Summary
- Council unanimously agrees to ban parking on verges and pavements
- Wheelchair user's weekly struggle with barriers prompts the decision
- Conservative councillors support the ban but say it needs more enforcement
On August 14, 2025, the North East Lincolnshire Council unanimously agreed to implement traffic regulation orders (TROs) to prohibit parking on verges and pavements throughout the borough. The decision was prompted by the personal experience of Liberal Democrats councillor Stephen Beasant, whose wife Carol is a wheelchair user.
Councillor Beasant explained that every week when he takes his wife out for a meal, he is "faced with barriers" due to vehicles parked on the verges and pavements. This issue has been a persistent problem for the couple and many others in the community.
While the Conservative councillors supported the ban, they acknowledged that it would take time to put the TROs in place and would require additional enforcement officers to ensure its effectiveness. The council is committed to addressing this problem and improving accessibility for all residents, including those with mobility challenges.
