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Objection to Proposed Prohibition of Waiting – Hobson Street, Failsworth
Meeting: 24/09/2026 - Highway Regulation Committee (Item 8)
8 Objection to Proposed Prohibition of Waiting – Hobson Street, Failsworth 
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The purpose of this report is to consider
objections received to the proposed introduction of Prohibition of
Waiting restrictions in the Hobson Street area,
Failsworth.
Minutes:
Consideration was given to a report of the Director of Environment which advised the Committee of objections received to the proposed Prohibition of Waiting on Hobson Street, Failsworth
A report recommending the introduction of new Prohibition of Waiting (PoW) restrictions on Hobson Street, Failsworth, was approved under delegated powers on 02 June 2026. The proposal was subsequently advertised, 10 objections and 1 representation requesting additional bollards, was received.
The main points raised by objectors were around the loss of parking which would put more pressure on limited spaces and make the current situation worse with residents and businesses competing over fewer spaces. Concerns had been raised about a previous letter released by Officers with regards to Peel Street and missing signs which impacted on enforcement of existing restrictions. They also raised concerns about the legality of the proposals and procedures followed.
Options considered:
Option 1: Install Prohibition of Waiting restrictions as advertised (Original Proposal).
Option 2: Install relaxed Prohibition of Waiting restrictions with additional bollards.
Option 3: Do nothing and withdraw the proposals.
RESOLVED that the Director of Environment be requested to install relaxed Prohibition of Waiting restrictions with additional bollards.