England-Wide Pavement Parking Ban Set for 2026
A nationwide ban on pavement parking is likely to be introduced across England in 2026. The move aims to improve safety for vulnerable pedestrians but poses challenges for drivers in tight streets.
A nationwide ban on pavement parking is likely to be introduced across England in 2026. The move aims to improve safety for vulnerable pedestrians but poses challenges for drivers in tight streets.
West Midlands Police seized two cars in Bilston for pavement parking and being unroadworthy. One was SORN, the other untaxed. Read the full details of the clampdown.
Essential guide for disabled drivers: Discover the 11 key locations where Blue Badge parking is prohibited to avoid fines this Christmas. Know your rights and restrictions.
New research reveals 1.3 million UK parking spaces may vanish to accommodate wider modern cars. Discover the impact on drivers and shopping centres.
Alum Rock Road is Birmingham's parking fine capital with over 10,000 penalties issued this year. Discover the city's top enforcement hotspots and why drivers keep breaking rules.
Bromford Walk in Great Barr is issuing £100 fines via an ANPR camera within moments of parking, even when drivers pay for a ticket. Local businesses report losing customers.
Council officials discovered a serial blue badge offender fined 34 times in Kingston upon Thames. Discover how authorities are tackling disabled parking space misuse across the UK.
Worcester councillors urge motorists to report and photograph pavement parking, highlighting risks to pedestrians. New research commissioned as 42% of drivers support a ban.
A Birmingham man was charged £100 after parking at Pizza Hut in Great Barr, despite his wife paying for a ticket. Discover how ANPR cameras are causing outrage for local customers.
Mobility scooter users across the UK risk fines for illegal parking. Expert reveals 5 prohibited locations and essential rules to stay safe and legal.
Football finance expert warns EFL could follow Premier League in replacing PSR with Squad Cost Ratio rules, posing challenges for Championship clubs like Birmingham City.
Birmingham council confirms a signage problem prevents traffic wardens from ticketing cars blocking a Northfield bus stop, forcing passengers into the road. Read the full story.
West Kirby faces a crossroads as new parking charges threaten to drive shoppers away. With 50 business closures already, traders fear this could be the final straw for the high street.
Bracknell Forest Council urges police action against dangerous pavement parking. New rules could bring real consequences for drivers, improving safety for pedestrians.
UK drivers brace for vehicle-specific taxes as campaigners warn SUVs endanger pedestrians. Six in ten motorists support tripling parking charges for larger vehicles.
Shoppers at Tesco, Asda and other major UK supermarkets are being warned about the strict age limit for parent and child parking bays. Learn the rules to avoid a £100 fine.
Lidl has submitted fresh plans to demolish its outdated Bilston store and build a modern supermarket with more parking and an improved product range. Read the latest updates.
A brazen motorist in London has been hit with a £2,400 fine after breaking blue badge rules 34 times. Discover the shocking details of this persistent misuse and its impact on disabled drivers.
Drivers in Oxford now face paying over £10 to park for less than an hour due to a new £5 daily congestion charge. Discover how this impacts visitors and local businesses.
Over 140,000 fines have been issued to petrol and diesel drivers for parking in electric vehicle charging spaces without permission. Discover the councils cracking down and how to avoid a £70 penalty.
A disabled Birmingham mother demands pavement parking ban after falling from wheelchair into road during school run. Join the campaign for safer streets.
Stephen McAulay, 35, stabbed James Duncan multiple times in a parking row. The victim suffered life-changing injuries including significant vision loss. Read the full court details.
Boost your Christmas shopping in Hinckley with free Saturday parking in selected town centre car parks on four key dates. Support local businesses and save money this festive season.
Drivers in Wales face new pavement parking restrictions. Learn how this move impacts accessibility and traffic flow across the nation.
Local authorities face criticism for treating motorists as 'cash cows' through rising parking charges. Discover the impact on high streets and the government's response.
Frustrated Bearwood residents claim DPD vans are taking over their street overnight, leaving permit holders without parking spaces. Sandwell Council responds.
Wiltshire Council escalates parking enforcement using ANPR technology. Drivers face vehicle seizure and fines for unpaid tickets. Learn how to avoid penalties.
A nationwide ban on pavement parking in England could be imminent following a government review. Discover how this major change could impact your daily drive.
Blue badge holders are making an illegal mistake that could lead to fines. Discover how misuse is creating a crisis and what it means for disabled parking in the UK.
MPs reveal state pensioners with mobility issues may use Blue Badge spaces without permits. Check your local council's rules and potential parking benefits now.