Improving car parking on the High Street

High Street

There is currently high demand for parking and loading/unloading on the High Street. Cllr Gotz Mohindra carried out a walkabout on the High Street with members of the St John’s Wood Society and Westminster Council Highway Officers seeking ways to improve the parking situation on this important retail street.

A number of options are currently being considered including reducing the size of existing parking bays, extending the area allocated to car parking and moving the car club parking bays. It is clear a carefully balance approach is required between the need to maximise parking for visitors, servicing need and road safety. We welcome your views on how we can further improve the High Street in regards to parking or any other issues so do get in contact by emailing us. 

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Robert Rigby has lived in St John’s Wood for over 30 years with his wife Emiko, working in the travel sector as a sales and marketing specialist. He has been a Councillor represented Regent’s Park Ward since 2010. He is committed to serving and being a voice for the community ensuring value for money and good services, working tirelessly to retain St John’s Wood and North Marylebone's unique character and appeal. He has also been Lord Mayor of Westminster (May 2024 - May 2025). Robert said, ‘I am enthusiastic about helping others and standing up for residents and businesses to ensure we have a vibrant community.’
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Paul Swaddle

Councillor for Regent's Park Ward
Leader of the Conservative Group at Westminster City Council
Paul lives in North Marylebone and brings a wealth of real-world experience to the City Council as the CEO of a central London software company. Having lived in the St John’s Wood and Marylebone area since 2015, Paul has served as a dedicated local councillor since 2018.

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