Agenda item

Report of the Town Clerk.

Special events on the public highway

Smithfield Nocturne Cycling Event – The Assistant Highways Director informed the Sub Committee that discussions had been held with the event organisers who had provided a clear commitment to deliver a brand new, much safer and more controlled event plan.  As a result, both Smithfield Market and the SMTA were now content for the event to return to the area in 2015.

British 10k – 12 July 2015 – Members were informed that Transport for London had refused permission for the event to use Parliament Square and Waterloo Bridge, and consequently the event organiser had to review their event plan.  As a result, it was likely that the event would be confined to Westminster this year.

Go Kart Event – 26 July 2015 – Members were informed that the Lord Mayor’s Charity remained supportive of the event and the organisers have agreed to monitor developments regarding the proposed change in legislation that may allow racing on the highway.  If an event is to be brought to the City, this would be subject to consultation with the Sub Committee.

Cycle collisions –

·         Ludgate Hill – this accident was still being investigated by the Coroner.

·         Fleet Street – the driver of the HGV has been charged with death by dangerous driving.

·         London Bridge – no further action would be taken in terms of a prosecution.

20mph Speed Limit -

Members were informed that since the last meeting there 37 summons for speeding of which 19 cases had been determined.