Item 3. Operation Clearway Update (T23/16)

This paper has been prepared for the Transport and Environment Committee (TEC) of London Councils to update the Committee on the enforcement and engagement activity being undertaken as part of ‘Operation Clearway’ in relation to free-standing advertising boards (‘A’ Boards) as well as other unlawful highway obstructions on the Transport for London Road Network (TLRN).

Recomendations:

·         Note TfL’s problem-solving approach to dealing with unauthorised obstructions on the TLRN

·         Note and comment on the new Operation Clearway Policy included in Appendix 1

·         Endorse continued support for borough officers own activity to jointly address wilful obstructions of the highway