Consultation begins on red lines plan near airport

A public consultation is being held on plans to restrict parking along residential roads near an airport.

People in Takeley, Essex have shared their frustration about rows of cars outside their homes near Stansted Airport, with one saying it had "been hell" for years.

Some have resorted to using unofficial signs to warn drivers not to park there, while others have even blocked kerbs with bright orange cones.

Essex County Council (ECC) is now asking locals how they would feel about double red lines in the area, which would strictly prohibit stopping, parking or unloading at any time, excluding Blue Badge holders and licensed taxis.

The consultation runs until 11 September.

Local resident Mariam Turton said living on Parsonage Road had "been hell" for years and worried about fatal accidents, especially given the road's proximity to a primary school.

She has previously expressed frustration at the length of time it was taking to introduce parking restrictions.

"This can't go on much longer. It's got to happen now," she said.

Mark Webster, cabinet member for highways and infrastructure at Reform UK-led ECC, said the proposed scheme involved "a mixture of red lines and yellow lines".

"We need to consult the local people so we understand what their needs are, and what the needs are of local businesses, so we get the solution right."

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