Redbridge Council is considering the future use of Wanstead Youth Centre.
The building is old and requires a large amount of work to improve its condition. It is not fit for purpose and could become unsafe without significant investment. To renovate the building to a good standard would cost the Council upwards of £2.4m and take 18-24 months, during which time the building would need to be closed to the public.
Since 2010 Redbridge Council has lost 63% of Government...More
The Council is proposing to introduce road safety improvements on Broadmead Road and The Terrace as shown on the plan below.
We are proposing to provide traffic calming in the form of raised speed tables at pedestrian crossing points on Broadmead Road and The Terrace outside Elderberries Day Care Centre and near the junction with Vernon Avenue. At the junction with Broomhill Road, it is proposed to prohibit the right turn movement and install a new pedestrian refuge...More
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Consultation on proposals to renew...More
We must make tough choices with the budget as we try to manage the impact of inflation and the growing demands on key council services.
Most of our money comes from the Government and has been significantly reduced over a decade of austerity. Each year we have to set a budget that we can work to and, with all the pressures we are under, that means we have to make tough choices.
As a council we look after vulnerable children and adults; we manage parks and libraries;...More
The Council is proposing to introduce cycling and walking improvements to the Cycleway 42 (C42) route that runs from Ilford to Barking through Riverdene Road, Lowbrook Road and Uphall Road.
It is proposed to make improvements to the existing cycling and walking facilities in Riverdene Road, Lowbrook Road and Uphall Road to bring them up to the current standards. The improvements include introducing a ‘one-way’ system (except for cycles) in Riverdene Road between Audrey Road and...More
The Redbridge Education Awards are here! Please read on to make your nomination.
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Currently two levels of charging operate within London for parking Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs) which are commonly referred to as parking tickets. The two levels are Band A (the higher level of charge) and Band B (the lower level of charge).
The London Borough of Redbridge is a Band B borough for parking offences meaning that a lower set of charges apply.
This consultation is designed to gather opinions on proposals to change the Penalty Charge amount and to inform...More
We last wrote to local residents in March 2022 in response to local concerns raised over the proposed introduction of double yellow lines in the Oaklands Hamlet by Countryside L&Q (the developer and managing agent for private roads in your area). The purpose of those parking controls was to improve road accessibility and sightlines leading to better road safety.
While an earlier parking consultation was held with local residents in May and June 2021 by Countryside, we...More
Redbridge is undertaking a consultation on their school admission arrangements, for the existing arrangements to be reviewed and updated for the 2024/25 academic year.
Anyone with an interest in education, such as parents, community groups or schools may like to comment on the proposals.
The proposed changes which consultation is also taking place on are as follows:
Each local authority must have a Fair Access Protocol to ensure...More
Central Government abolished Council Tax Benefit in 2013; every Council was tasked with designing its own local scheme to provide financial support to working-age residents.
Pension-age residents remained unaffected by the changes and will continue to do so.
Between April 2013 and March 2020, Redbridge Council Tax Reduction Scheme (CTRS) was based on former Council Tax Benefit rules with an upper limit on the amount of support a household could...More
Local residents have asked the Council to take action in stopping problematic parking blocking access to private garages on the unadopted parts of Thorpedale Gardens, local residents have also stated there is anti-social behaviour taking place in the unadopted sections of Thorpedale Gardens. The types of issues that have been reported to the Council range from illegal fly-tipping, use of recreational drugs or other legal highs, and general anti-social behaviour.
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We are proposing to provide traffic calming in the form of raised speed tables at pedestrian crossing points on New North Road between The Lowe and Romford Road as shown on the plan below. The proposals will require no changes to existing parking controls in the area.
The Metropolitan Police, London Fire Brigade, London Ambulance Services and Transport for London are being consulted on the proposals.
Why make changes?
The main objective of the proposed scheme...More
Redbridge Council are proposing to provide traffic calming in the form of speed humps on Hatley Avenue, as shown on the attached plan. We are intending to install 75mm high (3 inch) round top speed humps on this road as well as the associated warning signs.
The Metropolitan Police, London Fire Brigade, London Ambulance Services and Transport for London are being consulted on the proposals.
Why make changes?
Traffic surveys undertaken on Hatley Avenue have...More
Redbridge Libraries Opening Hours Consultation
Why are we reviewing Library Opening Hours?
Library opening hours across Redbridge were last reviewed and changed over 10 years ago. The library service, and the needs of the local community have changed during this time. Responding to these needs, we have improved library services through a programme of refurbishments, investing more than £4million in our facilities, digital resources and events programme. ...More
The Council is proposing to install a zebra crossing on Lake House Road near the junction with Richmond Way. The proposed road safety improvements also include the installation of tactile paving at the crossing point.
The Metropolitan Police, London Fire Brigade, London Ambulance Services and Transport for London are being consulted on the proposals.
Why make changes?
The main objective of the proposed scheme is to make this area safer for all vulnerable...More
We are asking members of the public, to tell us how the introduction of the Enforcement & Engagement Hubs and the Mobile Enforcement Bus may have changed their feelings around safety in the area and if it has made them more likely to report problems to the Police or Council.
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The Council is proposing to install a signalised pedestrian crossing on Green Lane near the junction with Colinton Road. To install the pedestrian crossing, two 'pay and display' parking bays, on the north side of Green Lane in front of Al Noor Primary School need to be removed. We also propose to install approximately 20 metres of pedestrian guardrail in front of the school.
The Metropolitan Police, London Fire Brigade, London Ambulance Services and Transport for London are...More
This consultation sets out details of a proposal relating to the establishment of a Social and Communication Additionally Resourced Provision (ARP) at Redbridge Primary School.
Redbridge Primary School is a four-form entry (4FE) Community Primary School, which accommodates children from Year R to Year 6. The school has a Published Admission Number (PAN) of 120 and admits up to this number each year into its Year R. This gives the school an overall PAN capacity of 840...More
The Council has received complaints about vehicles not belonging to local residents being parked for long periods of time in Fieldhouse Close. This extra parking pressure can make it difficult for local residents to gain access along the road and harder to park near their properties. If supported by local residents, new permit parking controls could be introduced to resolve this issue.
How does permit parking work?
Permit parking controls could be...More
The Council has received complaints about vehicles not belonging to local residents being parked for long periods of time in Wycombe Road. This extra parking pressure can make it difficult for local residents to gain access along the road and harder to park near their properties. If supported by local residents, new permit parking controls could be introduced to resolve this issue.
How does permit parking work?
Permit parking controls could be introduced...More
We are looking at nine of our local centres and would value the thoughts and opinions of the local residents that use those centres. If you could spare a few minutes to give us your views on your local centre, how you use it, what you like about it and how you would like to see it improve, that would be extremely helpful. The more input we receive from local residents the stronger the review will be. Thank you for your input.
Please complete the short survey below, it is...More
The London Borough of Redbridge is consulting upon a proposed Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) which will cover 6 wards within the Borough: Woodford Bridge, Churchfields, South Woodford, Monkhams, Wanstead Park and Wanstead Village wards. Please see the map below.
This will enable the Council to introduce a range of measures to address antisocial behaviour issues and help improve public spaces in this area. The Order will last for a period of three years unless revoked...More
The staff survey told us that, across Communities, we need to do better in a number of areas which include looking after the welfare of staff and making sure we communicate effectively with our staff, listening to their points of view, and making sure they understand how we are doing in delivering our key priorities.
In response to this we are introducing regular all Communities staff sessions. We are making sure all staff have the opportunity to speak with senior managers and ask...More
We would like to give you the best experience when using our Redbridge Stop Smoking Service. Your views of the service are important to us and will be treated as strictly confidential. This will help shape our local service to make it better for our residents. Please answer the following questions as honestly as you can.
Thank you.
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We are proposing to relocate Thackeray Drive Children’s Centre services to a new Community and Health Hub in Seven Kings. This will start to be built in 2023 and we estimate completion in 2026. To find out more about Community Hubs please visit our engagement site .
What is happening?
The Council is planning to deliver new community hubs across the borough, with the first Community Hub being built on Seven Kings High Road. This hub will serve residents living in...More
We are proposing to relocate Seven Kings Library to a new Community and Health Hub in Seven Kings. This will start to be built in 2023 and we estimate completion in 2026. To find out more about Community Hubs please visit our engagement site .
What is happening?
The Council is planning to deliver new community hubs across the borough, with the first Community Hub being built on Seven Kings High Road. This hub will serve residents living in...More
Redbridge Council has a School Streets programme which aims to create an active, safe and healthy environment near schools.
The Council is now proposing to implement School Streets at 5 further schools as part of its plans for a Greener Redbridge and the “Our Streets” programme to create great streets and neighbourhoods. This will protect children from traffic at the school gate, ensure that children breathe cleaner air, and encourage more children, parents and...More
We have secured funding from HM Government via the Eurpean Regional Development Welcome Back Fund to commission nine town centre action plans to recover from the impacts of Covid.
As part of developing action plans for these local town centres we would like to obtain feedback / input about how you use local centres in the borough, and in particular how you use your nearest town centre.
By completing this survey, you will be supplying us the information we...More