Issue details

Proposed New Policy for Articles on the Highway

Summary

The report will ask the Cabinet to consider proposals for a new standalone Highway Policy relating to Articles on the Highway and to approve the commencement of a public consultation on the draft policy, which is intended to complement the Council’s existing Pavement Licensing Policy.

 

Access to Information

The report together with any other documents being considered (unless they contain exempt information) will be available for inspection 5 clear days before the decision is taken by the Cabinet. Copies are available on the Council's website or requested from Democratic Services Medway Council, Gun Wharf, Dock Road, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4TR or email democratic.services@medway.gov.uk If you wish to submit information to the Cabinet about the item please also contact Democratic Services.

Decision type: Key

Decision status: For Determination

Notice of proposed decision first published: 17/11/2025

Decision due: 10 Mar 2026 by Cabinet

Lead member: Councillor Alex Paterson, Portfolio Holder for Community Safety, Highways and Enforcement alex.paterson@medway.gov.uk

Lead director: Adam Bryan

Contact: Karen Tamsett, Highway Management Engineer Email: karen.tamsett@medway.gov.uk Tel: 01634 331525.

Relevant Overview and Scrutiny Committee:: Regeneration, Culture and Environment

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