Extended Pedestrianisation Hours in Newbury

May 21, 2026 Executive (Other) Approved View on council website
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Decision

Resolved that: Executive approves

·         Removal of the Experimental Traffic Regulation Order and reverting the pedestrianised timings to 10am – 5pm from September 2026.

·         That future proposals for pedestrianisation be taken forward through a review of the Newbury Town Centre Masterplan ensuring that pedestrianisation is considered in the context of a more holistic vision for the town centre.

·         That the Council Motion submitted by Cllr Adrian Abbs on 16th October 2025 which can be seen in Appendix C be considered in the context of the Newbury Town Council Masterplan and through any future engagement with residents and stakeholders.

This decision is eligible to be ‘called-in’.  However, if the decision has not been ‘called-in’ by 5.00pm on 1 June 2026, then it will be implemented.

Related Meeting

Executive - Thursday 21 May 2026 6.00 pm on May 21, 2026

Supporting Documents

7. Appendix B_Summary of Consultation Responses v2.pdf
7. Committee_Executive_Report_Pedestrianisation April 26 v5.pdf
7. Appendix C - Cllr Abbs Motion.pdf

Details

OutcomeRecommendations Approved
Decision date21 May 2026
Effective from2 Jun 2026
Subject to call-inYes