New Council group to review the effectiveness of enforcement of traffic restrictions to keep Sheffield moving

Sheffield is changing, it’s transforming into a cleaner, greener and more thriving city. As part of those plans, several new transport projects are taking shape aimed at giving people a choice with how the travel around.

In line with those plans, a brand-new Task and Finish Group is being set up to review enforcement of traffic restrictions such as yellow lines, bus stops, school keep clears, bus gates, bus gates, yellow box junctions  and banned turns throughout the city, ensuring people are able to get around either in their car, on foot, on a bike or via public transport easier and safer. The group will also consider new policy areas where enforcement would be beneficial. 

The group, made up of Councillors from the Transport, Regeneration and Climate Policy Committee along with members of the Waste and Street Scene Policy Committee, will review the effectiveness of enforcement of traffic restrictions and will also ensure if any surplus income is generated, it is spent in an appropriate manner.

Cllr Ben Miskell, Chair of the Transport, Regeneration and Climate Policy Committee at Sheffield City Council, said:

“We have some incredibly exciting and ambitious transport plans for Sheffield, including improving the effectiveness and punctuality of public transport. However, these projects will only be a success if other road users do their bit and abide by the rules of the road.

“People often raise concerns with us about how inconsiderate parking creates obstructions, particularly for wheelchair users and those pushing buggies. It can also cause damage to grass verges when vehicles park on them. Additionally, we’re aware of the significant impact caused when vehicles block bus stops, forcing passengers into the street. Given the importance of these issues, it’s only right that we treat this matter seriously”

“We understand that in some areas, narrow streets and road layouts make restrictions on pavement parking particularly challenging. That’s why it’s essential to address this issue sensitively, working closely with local communities on a street-by-street basis, when national rules allow. People expect us to take action on issues that affect road safety, and that’s exactly what we’re committed to doing through the establishment of this group to explore the best solutions.”

Cllr Joe Otten, Chair of Waste and Street Scene Policy Committee at Sheffield City Council, said:

“Sheffield is already doing more to enforce parking offences following the update of our enforcement policies earlier this year which included obstructing dropped kerbs and double parking.

“The work of this group will be important over the next few months and will help ensure that we're making the best use of our powers and resources to tackle bad parking and keep the city moving.

“The additional enforcement will improve road safety for cyclists, pedestrians and motorists and improve journey times for all road users, which will in turn reduce the impact congested road traffic has on the environment.”