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Beyond the Uniform, created by Colchester City Council on behalf of the North Essex Parking Partnership (NEPP) and delivered in partnership with Brighton & Hove City Council, has been named - [Proposed Parking Measures to Support Sustainable Travel, Safer Communities, and Thriving Town Centres](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2025/10/13/proposed-parking-measures-to-support-sustainable-travel-safer-communities-and-thriving-town-centres/) - The North Essex Parking Partnership (NEPP) is preparing to formally advertise proposed changes to on-street parking arrangements in Braintree, Halstead and Witham. These proposals aim to modernise parking management, encourage sustainable travel, and improve community safety - while continuing to support local businesses and visitors. Under the proposed scheme, motorists would still benefit from one - [North Essex Parking Partnership Celebrates Double Win at British Parking Awards 2025](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2025/09/19/north-essex-parking-partnership-celebrates-double-win-at-british-parking-awards-2025/) - TThe North Essex Parking Partnership (NEPP) is thrilled to announce its success at the British Parking Awards 2025, where it took home two prestigious accolades, recognising both individual excellence and innovative collaboration. Tanya McGrath, Enforcement Specialist, was awarded The Front Line Award, celebrating her outstanding dedication, professionalism, and compassionate approach to enforcement. Tanya’s work has - [North Essex Parking Partnership Shortlisted for Three National Awards](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2025/08/26/north-essex-parking-partnership-shortlisted-for-three-national-awards/) - The North Essex Parking Partnership (NEPP) is proud to announce it has been shortlisted as a finalist in three categories at the British Parking Awards 2025, a prestigious national event celebrating excellence and innovation across the parking sector. NEPP has been recognised for its collaborative and creative work in the following categories: Communications Award – for the Beyond the Uniform campaign, - [Successful campaign reduces staff abuse](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2025/07/21/successful-campaign-reduces-staff-abuse/) - A pilot campaign led by the North Essex Parking Partnership (NEPP) to address violence and aggression towards its Civil Enforcement Officers (CEOs) has delivered outstanding results, with a 73% reduction in reported incidents! Following a sharp 175% rise in reported verbal and physical assaults on staff over the past three years, the pilot campaign, titled, - [Service update: Please be aware of scam texts](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2025/06/11/service-update-please-be-aware-of-scam-texts/) - We have been made aware of customers receiving texts messages from local authorities, speaking about outstanding Penalty Charge Notices (PCN). They are providing payment links and providing false information. Please note the North Essex Parking Partnership will never text customers regarding PCN's. We ask if you receive messages claiming to be from us, please contact - [Campaign launched to address abuse of parking staff ](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2025/01/20/campaign-launched-to-address-abuse-of-parking-staff/) - Today, the North Essex Parking Partnership (NEPP) is launching a pilot campaign in Harlow to address increasing violence and aggression faced by its Civil Enforcement Officers (CEOs). Titled “Beyond the Uniform”, the campaign comes in response to a sharp 175% rise in reported verbal and physical assaults on staff over the past three years. This - [Individual sentenced for hate crime towards parking staff](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2024/11/19/individual-sentenced-for-hate-crime-towards-parking-staff-2/) - Following an incident in Colchester High Street in April, an individual who racially abused a North Essex Parking Partnership (NEPP) member of staff has been successfully prosecuted and issued with a 12-month suspended service. During the incident, a member of the public directed racially abusive behaviour towards one of NEPP’s Civil Enforcement Officers (CEOs) shouting - [Essex-wide Day of Action to tackle Blue Badge misuse  ](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2024/10/09/essex-wide-day-of-action-to-tackle-blue-badge-misuse/) - On 1 October, the North Essex Parking Partnership (NEPP) conducted a successful Blue Badge Day of Action, resulting in more than 300 Blue Badges being checked, 14 being inspected and six Penalty Charge Notices issued. During the Day of Action, NEPP officers focused on Colchester, Clacton-on-Sea and Harlow, where hundreds of Blue Badges were checked - [NEPP Day of Action sends clear message to persistent offenders](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2023/10/03/nepp-day-of-action-sends-clear-message-to-persistent-offenders/) - On 21 September, NEPP civil enforcement officers (CEOs), in partnership with the Police and enforcement agents, carried out a successful Day of Action in Colchester to tackle persistent offenders who regularly park illegally in the city centre. The officers stopped several vehicles on the High Street and received full payment for nine Warrants of Control - [School starts the new year with new road safety scheme ](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2023/01/11/school-starts-the-new-year-with-new-road-safety-scheme/) - St Teresa’s Catholic Primary School in Colchester has started the new year by launching one of the North Essex Parking Partnership’s (NEPP) Gold 3PR packages to improve road safety outside the school for its 200+ pupils. 3PR, which represents the three parking rules of care, consideration and caution, delivers a positive message about school parking - [School road safety scheme launches during Road Safety Week](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2022/11/16/school-road-safety-scheme-launches-during-road-safety-week/) - Earls Colne Primary School 3PR Launch on 15 November: (Not in order) Cllr Richard Van Dulken (NEPP’s Member for Braintree District Council), Cllr Gabriella Spray (Braintree District Council Ward Councillor), Ms Sibley, Headteacher of Earls Colne Primary School, school staff and pupils, Essex Police. and 3PR costumed-character. This Road Safety Week, the North Essex Parking Partnership (NEPP) is aiming to improve road safety for over 400 - [Local rising star recognised at national awards](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2022/10/25/local-rising-star-recognised-at-national-awards/) - Group photograph (from left to right): Joel Hughes – Taranto System, Jake England (NEPP), Annie Oliver – PCM (UK) and awards host, Kerry Godliman. Joel Hughes and Annie Oliver are past winners of the Rising Star Award © Matthew Walker Photography. The very best of parking management was celebrated at the prestigious British Parking Awards - [North Essex Parking Partnership finalists at British Parking Awards](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2022/08/26/north-essex-parking-partnership-finalists-at-british-parking-awards/) - The North Essex Parking Partnership (NEPP) is delighted to have been announced as finalists in five categories at this year’s national British Parking Awards. The five categories NEPP are finalists in, include: the Communications Award; the Back Office Award; Parking Technology; Rising Star and the Parking Partnerships Award. The Partnership which brings together the local - [NEPP wins big at the British Parking Awards](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2021/09/29/nepp-wins-big-at-the-british-parking-awards/) - The very best of parking management was celebrated at the prestigious British Parking Awards 2021, last Friday, which saw North Essex Parking Partnership (NEPP) scoop three of the coveted glass trophies – equalling its 2019 tally and adding to its 2020 Communications Award. NEPP triumphed in the Positive Responses to the Pandemic Award, for its exceptional - [Road safety scheme upgraded at Gosbecks Primary School  ](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2022/06/20/road-safety-scheme-upgraded-at-gosbecks-primary-school/) - On 20 June 2022, Gosbecks Primary School celebrated upgrading their North Essex Parking Partnership’s (NEPP) Silver 3PR package to Gold, improving road safety for their 300 pupils. 3PR, which represents the three Parking Rules of Care, Consideration and Caution (originally created by the South Essex Parking Partnership), delivers a positive message about school parking and provides - [New electric vehicle fleet for north Essex](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2022/06/13/new-electric-vehicle-fleet-for-north-essex/) - From June 2022, the North Essex Parking Partnership (NEPP) have five new electric vehicles (EV) in fulltime operation to help administer parking rules in north Essex. The five new vehicles – NEPP’s first step towards a full EV fleet - were purchased as part of the Partnership’s commitment to tackling climate change. To facilitate this, - [Children Safer from Parking Pilot Success](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2021/09/09/parking-pilot-success/) - Road safety outside schools has dramatically improved as a result of the Park Safe Schools pilot scheme, which saw fixed parking enforcement cameras installed by the gates of four schools. Penalty Charge Notices (PCN) issued fell by 62% in the areas fixed cameras were installed, meaning less dangerous and illegal parking outside schools. The Park - [Parking Patrols to Resume](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2020/05/07/news-070520-2/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Curabitur odio diam, malesuada a nunc in, cursus tincidunt urna. - [Christmas Operational Update](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2020/12/23/christmas-operational-update/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Curabitur odio diam, malesuada a nunc in, cursus tincidunt urna. - [North Essex Parking Partnership launches new website ](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2022/03/14/nepp-launches-new-website/) - Motorists in and visiting North Essex can take advantage of a new user-friendly website launched by the North Essex Parking Partnership (NEPP), highlighting information and support about parking across the area. A key feature of the new website is the improved site navigation and usability. This is due to the addition of a search bar - [Temporary parking restriction to improve forest parking](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2021/05/07/news-070520/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Curabitur odio diam, malesuada a nunc in, cursus tincidunt urna. - [Key Worker Permit Update](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2020/09/07/key-worker-permit-update/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Curabitur odio diam, malesuada a nunc in, cursus tincidunt urna. - [Coronavirus: parking charges to be waived for critical health and social care workers](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2021/03/23/news-230320/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Curabitur odio diam, malesuada a nunc in, cursus tincidunt urna. - [Coronavirus: NEPP calls on motorists to continue to park safely and considerately](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2020/03/23/news-230320-2/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Curabitur odio diam, malesuada a nunc in, cursus tincidunt urna. - [Patrol and Enforcement Update](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2021/05/11/patrol-and-enforcement-update/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Curabitur odio diam, malesuada a nunc in, cursus tincidunt urna. - [Patrol Update](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2021/03/19/patrol-update/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Curabitur odio diam, malesuada a nunc in, cursus tincidunt urna. - [British Parking Awards Finalists](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2021/08/25/british-parking-awards-finalists/) - The North Essex Parking Partnership (NEPP) has been shortlisted as a finalist for three awards in the national British Parking Awards 2021 recognising organisations that have made a significant contribution to improving parking. Having won the Communications award and been finalists in another two categories last year, the Partnership is keen to continue its success and has - [New NEPP Chair Elected](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2021/08/11/new-nepp-chair-elected/) - Cllr Sue Lissimore, Deputy to the Cabinet Member for Highways Maintenance and Sustainable Transport for Essex County Council and Deputy Leader of Colchester Borough Council, was elected as the new Chair of the North Essex Parking Partnership (NEPP) at a meeting of its Joint Parking Committee yesterday(10 August 2021). Cllr Lissimore takes up the role - [Parking restrictions to address dangerous parking in Ardleigh](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2021/05/26/news-260520/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Curabitur odio diam, malesuada a nunc in, cursus tincidunt urna. - [Parking authority appeal to motorists to behave responsibly](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2020/06/30/a-really-long-title/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Curabitur odio diam, malesuada a nunc in, cursus tincidunt urna. - [Car parking app video launched](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2020/08/27/news-270821/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Curabitur odio diam, malesuada a nunc in, cursus tincidunt urna. - [School parking camera trial agreed](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2020/01/14/news-140120/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Curabitur odio diam, malesuada a nunc in, cursus tincidunt urna. - [Parking restriction to improve emergency access](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2020/06/18/news-180620/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Curabitur odio diam, malesuada a nunc in, cursus tincidunt urna. - [School parking camera trial launched](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2021/03/16/school-parking-camera-trial-launched/) - The North Essex Parking Partnership (NEPP) is today launching a pilot scheme, using school parking cameras at two locations in North Essex. The scheme, known as Park Safe Schools, is believed to be amongst one of the first of its kind in the country and aims to use technology to improve road safety at the - [NEPP calls on motorists to continue to park safely and considerately](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2020/03/23/news-post-title-covid-4/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Curabitur odio diam, malesuada a nunc in, cursus tincidunt urna. - [North Essex Parking Partnership responds to second lockdown](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2020/11/03/news-031120/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Curabitur odio diam, malesuada a nunc in, cursus tincidunt urna. - [Parking charges suspended for key NHS workers](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2020/03/27/news-post-title-covid-3/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Curabitur odio diam, malesuada a nunc in, cursus tincidunt urna. - [School parking scheme expands in Tendring](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2020/02/04/news-040220/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Curabitur odio diam, malesuada a nunc in, cursus tincidunt urna. - [Finalists at British Parking Awards](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2020/02/27/news-270220/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Curabitur odio diam, malesuada a nunc in, cursus tincidunt urna. - [Success at National Parking Awards](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/2020/03/09/news-090320/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Curabitur odio diam, malesuada a nunc in, cursus tincidunt urna. ## Pages - [Welcome to the North Essex Parking Partnership](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/) - Welcome to the North Essex Parking Partnership Areas We Cover - [Joint Committee](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/joint-committee/) - Operational decisions made at NEPP are verified by a Joint Parking Committee (JPC). The JPC is made up of a Chairman, NEPP representative officers as well as a representative officer and Member from each of the partner authorities. This ensures that we are accountable to all authorities and allows each authority to look after the - [Traffic Regulation Orders](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/traffic-regulation/) - Within each consultation, in addition to the written documents and maps, you can find the ‘Statement of Reasons’ which details the reasons for the proposal. This references all affected locations within the proposal. Please note that in the case of Temporary TROs, which last up to 18 months, there is no requirement for consultation but - [TRO Consultation Archive](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/tro-archive/) - You can find all of our recently closed and historical consultations on this page, listed by District/Borough. Braintree District Colchester Borough Epping Forest District Harlow District Tendring District Uttlesford District - [Applications and Proposals](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/applications/) - We also offer services for parking bay suspensions and H-bar markings. All our application options can be found below including further information on the details we will need from you. Our TRO application process will lead you through the numerous requirements and statutory stages that we must follow to allow for new restrictions to be - [Lines and Signs](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/lines-and-signs/) - Essex County Council (ECC) Essex Highways, part of ECC, are responsible for the maintenance of roads, pavements and public right of ways across Essex. This includes potholes, pedestrian crossings, bus and cycle lanes, roundabouts, junctions and much more. A full list of the road markings that ECC are responsible for maintaining can be found below. - [Red Routes](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/red-routes/) - They are typically used in areas where the free flow of traffic is paramount, which can include around schools or on junctions. Related Links About Us Park Safe Applications and Proposals Policies and Procedures The Two Types ‘No stopping at any time’ - indicated by double red lines. ‘No stopping’ during times shown on the - [Policies and Procedures](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/policies-and-procedures/) - We have a duty to publish our policies and procedures to ensure that we are open and transparent about how we operate. We will be updating these policies in a new and improved, accessible format over the coming months. General Policies Permit Admin - Customer Care Policy Parking Management Policy Enforcement Policies Enforcement at Dropped - [Contact Us](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/contact-us/) - Address North Essex Parking PartnershipPO Box 5575ColchesterCO1 9LT Email: parking@colchester.gov.uk Office hours: Our office hours are Monday to Friday 10am to 4pm. We operate an automated service if you wish to contact us outside of these hours. Telephone Enquiries during these hours:01206 282316 Automated Payments: 01206 507275 Please note that all informal challenges and formal - [Essex Act Applications](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/essex-act-applications/) - [Enforcement Requests](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/enforcement-requests/) - [Enforcement Agents](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/enforcement-agents/) - This page helps to explain our use of Enforcement Agents and where possible, direct to you important sources of further information to answer any queries you may have. Why do we use Enforcement Agents? If a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN) remains unpaid we will pass the unpaid debt to an Enforcement Agent for collection. This - [Permits](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/permits/) - Each permit scheme will operate during times that are appropriate for that location and will apply on a Bank Holiday unless signage states otherwise. Permits we offer within each scheme include resident and visitor permits, as well as options for carers and traders. Further details on the permits available are detailed within each district’s permit - [Parking Management Policy](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/parking-management-policy/) - Part 1 of this document explains how the policy framework links the work of the Parking Partnership to the county council’s long-term plans. Part 2 sets out how district and city councils of the Parking Partnership can set local priorities for patrols and pricing which support the long-term plan. The policy framework explains our duties - [Hire of 'No Stopping' Cones](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/cones/) - Reviewed March 2023 Policy The Parking Partnership can provide ‘No Stopping’ Cones for special or planned events. This is permitted under TRA1984 c.27 s.67 (signage may be placed in emergency and for temporary obstructions). Applications must be received 10 working days prior to the hire date. All organisations and individuals wishing to borrow cones must - [Privacy Policy and Website Cookies](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/privacy-notice/) - Please bear in mind that others may see any personal information that you submit through online discussion groups/forums. All other emails/forms are treated in the same way as other communications with the council. Emails to your elected representatives are confidential between yourself and your representative. Email parking@colchester.gov.uk if you have any questions or suggestions regarding privacy. What - [Civil Enforcement Discretion and PCN Cancellation Policy](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/civil-enforcement-discretion-and-pcn-cancellation-policy/) - Reviewed October 2023 Introduction This policy addresses the following: The required and recommended PCN information The statutory grounds upon which representations may be made When cancellation of a PCN is necessary The mitigating circumstances that may warrant a PCN being waived It is important to recognise each case will be considered on its own merits, - [NEPP On-Street Paid Parking](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/paid-parking/) - Braintree District Proposals We are currently advertising proposals to change the on-street parking regulations at select locations in Braintree, Halstead and Witham. The public consultation period runs from Thursday 23rd October to Friday 14th November 2025, and we'd welcome residents and businesses to submit their feedback during this period. Further details of the current proposals - [Annual Reports](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/annual-reports/) - To make our reporting more current, we now produce an operational report for each quarter of the financial year. The last operational report will also include the annual report which will provide an overview of the year. Annual Reports 2024/2025 Annual Reports 2023/2024 Annual Reports 2022/2023 Annual Reports 2021/2022 Annual Reports 2020/2021 Annual Reports 2019/2020 - [Enforcement at Dropped Kerbs](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/enforcement-at-dropped-kerbs/) - pedestrians crossing the carriageway; cyclists entering or leaving the carriageway; or vehicles entering or leaving the carriageway across the footway, cycle track or verge (e.g. property driveways). Parking alongside a dropped kerb can cause considerable inconvenience and put vulnerable road users at severe risk. Parking adjacent to a dropped kerb at an access to premises - [Permit Admin - Customer Care Policy](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/permit-admin-customer-care-policy/) - A permit authorises a vehicle (or vehicles) to park in permissive parking bays in accordance within the permitted exemptions (and usually with some restrictions) within the Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) where non permit-holders are excluded. It allows exemption for a range of groups such as: Residential Parking Schemes - enabling parking for residents in the - [Dispensation and Suspension Policy](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/dispensation-and-suspension-policy/) - Temporary Dispensations from Parking Restrictions A Dispensation authorises a vehicle (or vehicles) to park in contravention of the Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) where it is safe to do so. It allows parking where alternative arrangements cannot be made for the following principal reasons: Loading/unloading where this activity is either normally prohibited or the permitted parking - [Beyond the Uniform](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/beyondtheuniform/) - About the campaign The aim of this externally funded campaign was to focus on humanising CEOs, highlighting the positive impact they have in our communities and encourage respect towards them.Over the past three years, NEPP has seen a sharp 175% rise in reported verbal and physical assaults towards its staff. This year, incidents are at - [Blue Badge](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/blue-badge/) - It is the blue badge user's responsibility to check where a badge is permitted prior to parking and misuse of a blue badge may result in seizure of the badge and/or a Penalty Charge Notice being issued. Fraudulent misuse of a blue badge is a criminal offence. Please see below for more information on the - [Park Safe Schools](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/park-safe-schools/) - What are the Park Safe school cameras? The Park Safe School (PSS) cameras are made available to schools where a requirement for additional support has been identified, with an aim to change behaviours to support the safe travel of children to school. These cameras will be installed and operated by the North Essex Parking Partnership - [About Us](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/about-us/) - More Information - [Park Safe & 3PR](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/park-safe/) - What is Park Safe? Our Park Safe cameras support the vital work of our Civil Enforcement Officers (CEOs) during foot patrols, by being able to manage difficult areas more effectively and efficiently. They also reinforce the positive messaging we deliver as part of the educational, school-led 3PR initiative. Our Park Safe cameras can be further - [Service Updates](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/service-updates/) - [Types of Parking Restriction](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/parking-restrictions/) - Double Yellow Line These mean 'no waiting at any time' and only allow parking in specific instances. You can load or unload on them providing this is continuous and a CEO observes this taking place. Blue badge holders can also park on them for up to 3 hours when they display their badge and clock. - [Jobs at NEPP](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/jobs/) - Do you enjoy working outdoors and keeping active? Are you looking for a local government role, offering flexibility, great benefits and opportunities for personal and professional development? Would you like to work on your initiative, assist the public and make a difference in your community? No Current Vacancies Thank you for your interest in joining the - [MiPermit](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/mipermit/) - Digital Permits and Cashless Parking Take the time and hassle out of paying for and extending your parking stays in the area by using MiPermit. Available on: For more information visit: www.mipermit.com What Is MiPermit? MiPermit is a cashless parking system for both on and off-street parking which has already been used by over 2 - [MiPermit User Guide](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/mipermit-user-guide/) - How to pay for and extend your car parking stay using the MiPermit app, SMS and telephone Follow this short guide on how to pay for parking via MiPermit using the following methods: MiPermit App Text Message/SMS Telephone A Convenience Fee for using MiPermit may apply in some of our partner authorities' car parks. If/where - [3PR](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/3pr/) - The Initiative engages and educates pupils with the use of incentives and other means to change and influence parking behaviours of the parents or guardians. The 3 Parking Rules 3PR stands for 3 Parking Rules. These three rules are: Care - Be careful where you park - Don’t cause an obstruction - Use a car - [News](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/news/) - [H-Bar Applications](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/h-bar-applications/) - [Lines and Sign Fault Reporting Form](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/lines-and-sign-fault-reporting-form/) - [Report a Pay and Display Machine Fault](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/pay-and-display-machine-fault/) - [Partnership Permits](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/partnership-permits/) - Who does this apply to? Employees who work on behalf of the NEPP's partner authorities; Braintree District Council, Colchester City Council, Epping Forest District Council, Essex County Council, Harlow District Council, Tendring District Council and Uttlesford District Council. Only employees who require parking within certain restricted locations in order to undertake their roles are eligible. - [NEPP's YouTube](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/nepps-youtube/) - More Information - [Turnpike Close, Ardleigh](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/turnpike-close-ardleigh/) - On 9th May 2022 we installed parking restrictions on Old Ipswich Road, Ardleigh, under an Experimental Traffic Regulation Order (ETRO). A letter sent to residents on 5th May 2022 asked for their participation in an informal survey, to assess the impact of these changes on households and businesses in the immediate area. The feedback received - [Report Permit Misuse](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/permit-misuse/) - [Purlieu Way and Harewood Hill Parking Review](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/theydon-bois-review/) - *Updated 21 December 2022* Following resident requests for 'no waiting' restrictions in Purlieu Way, one hour 'no waiting' restrictions were advertised by NEPP in August 2021. The proposed introduction of 'no waiting' restrictions lead to both agreement and objections throughout the consultation period for these proposals. In light of the objections received, the Council decided to undertake a more detailed review - [Abandoned Vehicles](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/abandoned-vehicles/) - We regularly receive queries about vehicles that appear to have been abandoned, both on and off the public highway. This is not a current NEPP responsibility, however your local City or District Council will be able to assist you, if the vehicle is deemed to be abandoned. There are a number of considerations that a - [NEPP and the Environment](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/environment/) - This applies to how we operate on a day-to-day basis as well as the longer-term measures we can take across the Partnership. We are committed to ensuring that we have a positive impact on the environment and we will be highlighting some of the steps we have and will be taking in future on this - [Challenge PCN](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/challenge-pcn/) - [Joint Committee Meetings Archive](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/joint-committee-archive/) - 03 October 2019 - Committee Room, Uttlesford District Council- 1pm 20 June 2019 - Grand Jury Room, Colchester Town Hall- 1pm 21 March 2019 - Civic Centre, Harlow - 1pm 13 December 2018 - Council Chamber, Tendring District Council Offices - 1pm 04 October 2018 - Causeway House, Braintree - 1pm 21 June 2018 - - [Protecting Our Officers](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/protecting-our-officers-2/) - Whilst we can’t fully control the environment we operate in, we are able to equip our Officers with technology designed to protect them and their wellbeing is our top priority. Unfortunately incidents are all too common ranging from verbal abuse, through to physical assaults. Body Worn Cameras All our CEOs are equipped with body worn - [NEPP Customer Service Week, 3 - 7 October 2022 ](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/ncsw/) - Monday - The Human-Tech interface We’re a forward-thinking organisation and are keen to embrace new technologies to deliver high-quality services and transform our customers’ experiences. Recent examples of how we have used technology to achieve this include: A new user-friendly website with improved site navigation, usability and accessibility Our Park Safe Schools pilot scheme, which tackles - [Epping Forest Red Route](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/epping-forest-red-route/) - The Forest attracts over 4 million visitors per year, with a variety of user groups who utilise the facilities and attractions within the area. Chargeable car parking is available in the Forest, however roads are used instead and parking at peak times of the year can be inconsiderate, dangerous, and obstructive in nature. The introduction - [Vehicle Removal](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/vehicle-removal/) - The North Essex Parking Partnership has the power to remove vehicles only in certain circumstances, including: Where a vehicle presents a safety risk or obstruction to traffic;Parked obstructing roadworks;Persistent Evader (several PCNs outstanding); orBailiff action (where unpaid PCNs are being enforced). The law also allows for vehicles to be removed in other circumstances, such as - [Viewing PCN Evidence](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/pcn-evidence/) - You will need the PCN number, vehicle registration mark and webcode, which can be found on your 'Notice to Owner' letter. It is not possible to view the evidence online unless you have the Notice to Owner, however copies of evidence can be provided by emailing us at parking@colchester.gov.uk quoting your name, PCN number and - [Bay Suspension Applications](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/bay-suspensions/) - [Terms of Use](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/terms/) - Content All of the content featured or displayed on this site, including, but not limited to text, graphics, photographs, images, moving images, sound, illustrations and software, is owned by the North Essex Parking Partnership and its content providers, unless otherwise stated. Permission is granted to copy electronically and to print in hard copy portions of - [Kerbside Management](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/kerbside-management/) - [Penalty Charge Notice](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/penalty-charge-notice/) - [Challenge](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/challenge/) - [Pay PCN](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/pay-pcn/) ## Regions - [Uttlesford](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/region/uttlesford/) - The North Essex Parking Partnership (NEPP) are responsible for administering and enforcing both on-street and off-street based parking across the Uttlesford District. The District provides a total of 12 secure public car parks within the District and parking for more than 1,400 cars. Almost 800 spaces for short stay visitors. More than 600 spaces for - [Tendring](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/region/tendring/) - The North Essex Parking Partnership (NEPP) are responsible for administering and enforcing all on-street parking within the District. Car parks and off-street parking are managed by Tendring District Council and information on who to contact can be found on their website. Tendring District Car Parks and Tariffs View For more information on the Tendring District - [Harlow](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/region/harlow/) - The North Essex Parking Partnership (NEPP) are responsible for administering and enforcing both on-street and off-street based parking across the Harlow District. The District provides a total of 14 secure public car parks and parking for more than 800 cars. Harlow Car Parks and Tariffs View For more information on the Harlow District Harlow Council - [Epping Forest](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/region/epping-forest/) - The North Essex Parking Partnership (NEPP) are responsible for administering and enforcing all on-street parking within the District. Car parks and off-street parking are managed by Epping Forest District Council and information on who to contact can be found on their website. Epping Forest Car Parks and Tariffs View For more information on Epping Forest - [Colchester](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/region/colchester/) - The North Essex Parking Partnership (NEPP) are responsible for administering and enforcing both on-street and off-street based parking across the city of Colchester. The city provides a total of 22 secure public car parks and parking for more than 3,600 cars. The service provides: More than 2,500 spaces for short stay visitors. Almost 300 spaces - [Braintree](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/region/braintree/) - The North Essex Parking Partnership (NEPP) are responsible for administering and enforcing both on-street and off-street based parking across the Braintree District. The District provides a total of 15 secure public car parks and parking for more than 1,800 cars. The service provides: More than 1,400 spaces for short stay visitors. Almost 300 spaces for - [Coggeshall](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/region/braintree/coggeshall/) - [Stansted Mountfitchet](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/region/uttlesford/stansted-mountfitchet/) - [Great Dunmow](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/region/uttlesford/great-dunmow/) - [Saffron Walden](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/region/uttlesford/saffron-walden/) - [Witham](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/region/braintree/witham/) - [Braintree](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/region/braintree/braintree/) ## Car Parks - [New Street Car Park (Short Stay)](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/car-park/new-street/) - [Chequers Lane Car Park (Short Stay)](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/car-park/chequers-lane/) - [Crafton Green Car Park (Long Stay)](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/car-park/crafton-green/) - [Lower Street Car Park (Long Stay)](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/car-park/lower-street/) - [White Street Car Park (Long Stay)](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/car-park/white-street/) - [London Road Car Park (Weekends and Bank Holidays Only)](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/car-park/london-road-car-park/) - Season tickets are available through MiPermit. To purchase a season ticket, please visit: MiPermit North Essex Cashless Parking and Digital Permits - [Catons Lane Car Park (Long Stay)](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/car-park/catons-lane-car-park/) - [Fairycroft Road Car Park (Short Stay)](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/car-park/fairycroft-road/) - [The Common Car Park (Short Stay)](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/car-park/the-common/) - [Swan Meadow Coach Park (Long Stay)](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/car-park/swan-meadow-coach/) - [Swan Meadow Car Park (Long Stay)](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/car-park/swan-meadow/) - [Angel Lane Car Park (Short Stay)](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/car-park/angel-lane/) - [Newlands Drive Car Park (Short Stay)](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/car-park/newlands-drive/) - [Station Approach Car Park (Long Stay)](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/car-park/station-approach/) - [George Yard Surface (Short Stay)](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/car-park/george-yard-surface/) - [George Yard Multi-Storey (Short Stay)](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/car-park/george-yard/) - [Victoria Square Car Park (Short Stay)](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/car-park/victoria-square/) - [Easton Road Car Park](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/car-park/easton-road/) - [Mill Lane Car Park](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/car-park/mill-lane/) - [Causeway Car Park (Short Stay)](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/car-park/causeway/) - [Mayland Drive Car Park](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/car-park/mayland-road/) - [Lockrams Lane (Long Stay)](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/car-park/lockrams-lane/) - [White Horse Lane Car Park (Long Stay)](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/car-park/white-horse-lane/) - [Stoneham Street Car Park](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/car-park/stoneham-street-car-park/) - [Lower Street Coach Park (Long Stay)](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/car-park/lower-street-coach/) - [Lower Street Car Park (Short Stay)](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/car-park/lower-street-car-park-short-stay/) - [The Plaza Car Park](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/car-park/the-plaza-car-park/) - [On-Street Pay and Display/Cashless](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/car-park/saffron-walden-on-street/) ## Reports - [Operational Report Part 4: April to June 2024](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/report/operational-report-part-4-april-to-june-2024/) - [Operational Report Part 3: January to March 2024](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/report/operational-report-part-3-january-to-march-2024/) - [Operational Report Part 2: October to December 2023](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/report/operational-report-part-2-october-to-december-2023/) - [Operational Report Part 1: April to September 2023](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/report/operational-report-part-1-april-to-september-2023/) - [Part 3 Operational Report 2022-23](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/report/part-3-operational-report-2022-23/) - [Part 2 Operational Report 2022-23](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/report/part-2-operational-report-2022-23/) - [Part 1 Operational Report 2022-23](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/report/part-1-operational-report-2022-23/) - [Part 4 Operational Report including Annual Report 2021-22](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/report/part-4-operational-report-including-annual-report-2021-22/) - We’ve created this short video to highlight our work and achievements from April 2021 to March 2022. The video features how we’ve moved on from the pandemic, including supporting our staff, delivering innovative projects, supporting our partners and much more. - [](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/report/operational-report-oct-to-dec-2021/) - North Essex Parking Partnership Operational Report Part 3: October to December 2021 1 Service overview Future of on-street parking in Essex The management and enforcement of on-street parking exists to facilitate safe and efficient movement on roads. The appropriate management of on-street parking can support safer neighbourhoods, school zones and local shopping areas by keeping ## Categories - [Uncategorized](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/category/uncategorized/) - [Covid-19](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/category/covid-19/) - [Parking Information](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/category/parking-information/) - [MiPermit](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/category/mipermit/) - [Enforcement](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/category/enforcement/) - [Awards](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/category/awards/) - [3PR](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/category/3pr/) - [Projects](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/category/projects/) - [Park Safe Schools](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/category/park-safe-schools/) - [Service Update](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/category/service-update/) ## Districts - [Braintree](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/district/braintree/) - [Colchester](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/district/colchester/) - [Epping Forest](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/district/epping-forest/) - [Harlow](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/district/harlow/) - [Tendring](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/district/tendring/) - [Uttlesford](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/district/uttlesford/) - [Great Dunmow](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/district/uttlesford/great-dunmow/) - [Saffron Walden](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/district/uttlesford/saffron-walden/) - [Stansted Mountfitchet](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/district/uttlesford/stansted-mountfitchet/) - [Braintree](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/district/braintree/braintree-braintree/) - [Witham](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/district/braintree/witham/) - [Coggeshall](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/district/braintree/coggeshall/) ## Featured Content - [Featured](https://north.parkingpartnership.org/featured/featured/)