The County Council proposed to introduce Mandatory School Keep-Clear Markings outside the entrances to South Charnwood High School, Broad Lane, Markfield. The Markings were advertised due to concerns raised with the School and County Council regarding vehicles parking closely to the school entrance, which were restricting visibility and creating a dangerous environment for children entering and exiting the School.
Existing Markings are present at the School entrance, and vehicles will be restricted from parking where new markings are implemented. Restrictions were proposed, between Monday to Friday 8am – 4pm. In addition to the Mandatory School Keep Clear Markings, No Waiting At Any Time Restrictions were also proposed to limit the amount of parking within close proximity of the School gates, to create a safe highway environment allowing for safe passage for all its users.
Decision type: Non-key
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Notice of proposed decision first published: 29/06/2026
Decision due: 13 May 2026 by Director of Growth, Environment and Transport
Contact: Ann Carruthers, Director of Environment and Transport Email: Ann.Carruthers@leics.gov.uk.
Consultation process
The consultation for this Traffic Regulation Order was carried out for a period of three weeks between 26 November 2025 to 17 December 2025. It was advertised in the local press, and on the County Council’s website. All statutory consultees were contacted, and five objections were received. The Local Member Mr C. Whitford CC indicated his support of the scheme.