In a meeting on 19 November 2025, Councillor Seema Chandwani, Cabinet Member for Resident Services & Tackling Inequality, approved the extension of the Nuisance Vehicle Removal Contract with Marston (Holdings) Limited (MHL). The extension, valued at £1,117,720, will run for one year from 1 December 2025 to 30 November 2026, and will allow the council to further consider future options for the service. The Cabinet Member also approved the development of an in-house feasibility assessment during the extension period, to inform the council’s long-term procurement strategy beyond 2026.

Nuisance Vehicle Removal Contract Extension

The Cabinet Member approved the extension of the existing Nuisance Vehicle Removal Contract with MHL for one year, from 1 December 2025 to 30 November 2026. The minutes of the meeting state that the decision was made to ensure the continuity of a critical service that supports parking compliance and the council's wider transport objectives.

The public reports pack notes that the contract plays a crucial role in supporting major events at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, where the council has a statutory duty to maintain clear evacuation routes and emergency access corridors.

The Cabinet Member also approved a variation of the new annual contract value from £1,132,199 to an annual extension value of £1,117,720, providing a net saving of £14,479.

As part of the decision, the Cabinet Member also approved the development of an in-house feasibility assessment during the extension period, including site identification, capital investment options, and service design requirements to inform the council’s long-term procurement or delivery strategy beyond 2026.

Reasons for the decision

The public reports pack outlined the reasons for the decision, stating that the extension of the Nuisance Vehicle Removal Contract is required to ensure continuity of a critical service that supports parking compliance and the council's wider transport objectives. It was noted that the removal of nuisance, abandoned, and obstructive vehicles is an essential function to maintain public safety, protect emergency access routes, and preserve the quality of life for residents.

The report also noted that extending the contract will allow the council to maintain effective parking enforcement operations, safeguard compliance with transport policies, and continue supporting local priorities such as tackling environmental crime and ensuring safer, more accessible streets.

Alternative options considered

The public reports pack outlined the alternative options that were considered:

• Do nothing: This option was deemed not viable, as leaving the contract to lapse would expose residents and service users to safety risks and undermine compliance.
• In-house solution: This option was considered, but it was noted that this service involves multiple functions, including the removal of abandoned and nuisance vehicles, those illegally parked, safe storage, controlled vehicle release and compliant disposal processes, all of which require secure and well managed pound facilities. Establishing such a facility within or near the borough has proven challenging.
• Full procurement: A full procurement exercise was considered but was not recommended at this stage. The report stated that the market for nuisance vehicle removal remains limited, with few providers able to offer pound facilities within or close to the borough.

Financial Implications

The public reports pack notes that the cost of the extension is expected to be £1,117,720, which will be funded from the £1.219m Parking budget. The contract is expected to be cost neutral to the council as £1.2m is expected from car pound income.

Contribution to the Corporate Delivery Plan

The public reports pack states that the contract directly supports delivery of the council's Corporate Delivery Plan 2024 - 26¹, contributing to the following themes:

• Safer Haringey: by ensuring prompt removal of abandoned and obstructive vehicles, maintaining road safety, and supporting community confidence.
• Responding to the Climate Emergency: by reducing congestion and vehicle emissions through efficient enforcement and clear traffic routes.
• Place and Economy: by enhancing the borough's street environment, supporting accessibility for businesses and visitors, and contributing to local regeneration.
• Resident Experience and Enabling Success: through improved responsiveness, transparency, and customer satisfaction arising from strengthened performance management.