Telephone boxes unwelcome

Phonebox

Your local councillors have objected to the proposed installation of new public phone boxes in our ward and we are pleased to report Westminster Planning Officers agree with us. Four planning applications were received in October from Maximus Network (three on St John’s Wood Road and one on Park Road) all have been refused. This is in addition to the application for some 300 new boxes Westminster has received in the last two years. These boxes are effectively used as advertising vehicles and create additional street clutter and are not welcome. As a Council we are seeking greater powers from Government to reject these new kiosks given historic planning rules treat phone boxes as permitted development.

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Robert Rigby

Robert Rigby

Councillor for Regent's Park Ward
Robert Rigby has lived in St John’s Wood for over 30 years with his wife Emiko and has represented Regent’s Park Ward since 2010. He is committed to serving the community ensuring value for money and good services, working tirelessly to retain St John’s Wood unique character and appeal.
Paul Swaddle

Paul Swaddle

Councillor for Regent's Park Ward
Paul lives in north Marylebone and runs a software company in central London. He has lived in the St John’s Wood and North Marylebone area for 7 years, serving as one of your local councillors since 2018.

Regent's Park

Regent's Park lies in the north of Westminster. It is bordered to the south east by Marylebone, the west by Church Street and the north by Abbey Road.