Councillor Stephen Shaw, Portfolio Holder for Transport and Planning, approved the installation of several traffic calming measures across Warwickshire, including road humps in Whitnash and Warwick, and speed cushions in Bedworth. He also approved the undertaking of public consultation on the adoption of moving traffic enforcement powers and the making of a new order to introduce waiting restrictions in Woodloes Estate, Warwick. A decision on parking order variations in Stratford-upon-Avon was deferred to allow for a site visit.

Proposed Road Humps - Golf Lane, Whitnash

The Portfolio Holder for Transport and Planning approved the installation of five road humps on Golf Lane, Whitnash, as advertised.

Proposed Road Humps - West Street, Warwick

Councillor Stephen Shaw approved the installation of a road hump in West Street, Warwick. The scheme aims to improve road safety by restricting vehicle speeds and providing a step-free informal crossing point for pedestrians heading towards Warwick Castle. One objection was received from a guest house owner concerned about noise and vibration impacting their business. Officers responded that the approved design ensures safe traversal at appropriate speeds with minimal impact on nearby properties. Councillor John Holland, the local member, supported the proposals.

Proposed Road Humps - Smarts Road, Bedworth

Six sets of speed cushions and one raised table at the junction of Smarts Road and Alice Close, Bedworth, were approved for construction. These measures are required due to a new housing development, with planning conditions stipulating the installation of a traffic calming scheme before a certain number of dwellings are occupied. Objections were received from residents concerned about the harshness of the speed cushions and suggesting alternative measures like speed cameras. Others raised concerns about the proposals diverting traffic to adjacent roads, particularly All Saints Road, which is described as narrow with sharp bends. Officers stated that the speed cushions are designed to allow cyclists to pass safely and that the scheme is funded through a Section 278 agreement, not the council's general funds.

Adoption of Moving Traffic Enforcement Powers

Councillor Shaw approved the undertaking of public consultation on the civil enforcement of specific moving traffic contraventions. This initiative aims to address persistent non-compliance issues that Warwickshire Police currently have limited capacity to enforce. The council will consult with the Chief Constable of Warwickshire Police and delegate the consideration of representations to the Executive Director for Communities. This move is intended to complement, not replace, police activity and improve road safety, traffic flow, and air quality. Six initial sites have been identified for potential enforcement, including prohibited turns in Stratford-upon-Avon and Coleshill, and yellow box junctions in Rugby and Nuneaton.

The Warwickshire County Council (District Of Warwick) (Civil Enforcement Area) (Waiting Restrictions, On Street Parking Places And Residents' Parking) (Consolidation) (Variation No. 17) Order 2026 - Woodloes Estate

The Portfolio Holder for Transport and Planning approved the making of an order to introduce waiting restrictions on Woodloes Avenue South and Deansway in Warwick. These restrictions, in the form of double yellow lines (No Waiting at Any Time), are intended to address issues of blind spots and restricted traffic flow caused by high levels of on-street parking, particularly near Woodloes Primary School and Warwick Hospital. Objections were received from residents concerned about parking displacement into nearby streets and the impact on hospital staff and visitors. Officers noted that while some displacement is expected, excess parking capacity was observed further along Woodloes Avenue South, suggesting the primary issue is the concentration of demand. The proposals were developed in collaboration with and supported by Councillor Sam Jones, the local member.

The Warwickshire County Council (District Of Stratford On Avon) (Civil Enforcement Area) (Waiting Restrictions, On Street Parking Places & Residents' Parking) (Consolidation) (Variation No.11) Order

The decision on this item was deferred to allow for a site visit on Monday 20 July 2026, with the decision to be made on Friday 24 July 2026. The item concerns proposed variations to residents' parking zones in Stratford-upon-Avon, specifically regarding the eligibility for S2, S3, and S4 permits and the allocation of parking bays. The proposal aims to balance parking demand and availability, particularly for town centre residents. However, significant objections were received from S4 residents who feared their zone would be overwhelmed by increased demand from S2 and town centre permit holders. Officers noted that while S4 has limited capacity, the S2/S3 overflow zone typically has excess capacity. The deferral will allow for further investigation into measures to mitigate long-term oversubscription of the parking zones.