Nightingale Primary School Streets scheme generates over £100k in fines

A freedom of information request has revealed that £116,369 in fines has been generated by the Nightingale Primary School Streets scheme, which residents claim is poorly signposted.

The scheme – in place since March 2025 – prohibits traffic from entering parts of Ashbourne Avenue and South View Drive during school start and finish times. “There is no proper signage on Chigwell Road to warn drivers in advance and the signs on the side roads don’t make it clear which are restricted. It’s a cash cow,” said a resident.