Blocked roads and pavements

It's illegal to obstruct public roads, footpaths and pavements. We’ll prosecute anyone who deliberately causes an obstruction without permission or a good reason.

Examples of obstructions include: 

• builders' skips 
• piles of bricks, sand or concrete 
• road works safety barriers that have fallen over
• scaffolding or hoardings
• unauthorised signs
• items from shops displayed on the pavement without authorisation 
• tables and chairs from pubs, cafes and restaurants
• abandoned or illegally parked vehicles 

Report a blockage

Contact us to report a blockage.