Worcester car park fees could increase by five percent
Worcester City Council proposes a 5% hike in car park charges and new fees at two sites to meet budget pressures for 2026/27. Public consultation to follow.
Worcester City Council proposes a 5% hike in car park charges and new fees at two sites to meet budget pressures for 2026/27. Public consultation to follow.
The UK government announces a nationwide pavement parking ban, granting councils new powers to enforce fines and improve safety for vulnerable pedestrians.
David Miller, 49, is challenging a 'ridiculous' £35 parking ticket issued for leaving his Jaguar on council land outside his Chester home. He claims he's parked there for a decade without issue.
Reading Borough Council will introduce emissions-based parking charges from February 2026. Petrol and diesel drivers face surcharges of up to 25% in a bid to improve air quality and reach carbon neutrality.
A serving British Transport Police officer from Birmingham faces two rape charges. PC Christopher Jenkins, 32, was suspended last April and will appear in court.
A developer seeks to build a two-bedroom home next to the Grosvenor Arms in Worcester. Planning officers recommend approval, with councillors set to make the final decision on 22 January.
An angry resident in Southall, London, has targeted parked cars with eggs, flour, and abusive fake parking fines. Locals are divided over the messy protest. Read the full story.
Dudley Council upheld zero complaints about private parking wardens' behaviour, citing insufficient evidence. Read the full investigation into the allegations.
Blue Badge holders must renew permits manually or risk £1,000 penalties. Apply three months before expiry. Government clarifies rules for fluctuating conditions like Parkinson's.
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The Government unveils new powers for councils to ban pavement parking across England, aiming to improve safety for vulnerable pedestrians. Find out how it will work.
A Nottingham mother was left 'dumbfounded' after receiving a £100 parking fine for an alleged 18-hour stay during a brief shopping trip. She is fighting the charge, with campaigners warning of a widespread issue.
Lambeth Council plans huge cashless parking hikes, with diesel drivers facing up to £27/hour in Waterloo. The move, aimed at improving air quality, will start in February 2026.
Worcestershire County Council plans to introduce car park charges at beauty spots like Worcester Woods to bridge a £72m funding gap, sparking anger from residents and visitors. Read the full story.
Cardiff's new parking fees for heavy SUVs are being ignored by motorists, with large vehicles still dominating searches. Experts say practicality trumps policy for many buyers.
Motorists in England are being hit with fines up to £500 for parking over fire hydrants. Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service warns this illegal act delays emergency responses. Learn how to avoid penalties.
Blue Badge holders must know the 11 key parking prohibitions to avoid fines. Learn where you cannot park, from zigzag lines to bus lanes, and ensure safe, legal use of your permit.
East Renfrewshire Council has begun enforcing a new pavement parking ban. Drivers face £100 fines to improve safety for pedestrians and wheelchair users. Learn the key dates and rules.
Worcester City Council has refused plans for a detached two-bedroom house on Avon Road, citing overdevelopment and loss of character. Read the full details of the rejection.
Worcestershire County Council plans to introduce parking fees at popular country parks to help fill a £70 million budget shortfall. Find out which sites are affected and the local reaction.
Local councils gain new powers to issue £100 fines for pavement parking. The move aims to improve safety for pedestrians, wheelchair users, and parents with pushchairs. Find out how this affects your area.
Birmingham City Council gets new powers to ban dangerous pavement parking from 2026. Residents with pushchairs and mobility scooters welcome the crackdown.
Local authorities in England gain new powers to restrict pavement parking, aiming to improve safety for pedestrians, wheelchair users, and visually impaired people. Find out what it means for drivers.
West Midlands Police issue tickets and shame drivers for 'inconsiderate and dangerous' parking on school zigzags in Halesowen, warning it puts lives at risk. Read the full story.
A forklift driver in Birmingham used his machine to lift and move an SUV parked illegally across a business entrance. Watch the video and see how the delivery lorry was finally able to get through.
Residents in Solihull Lodge are holding a public meeting on January 6 to tackle ongoing problems with taxis and vehicles clogging residential streets, preventing locals from parking near their homes.
A Birmingham McDonald's branch introduces a one-hour parking restriction to free up spaces. Delivery drivers had been causing congestion. Find out how customers can request an extension.
Drivers in East Renfrewshire face new £100 fines for pavement, double, and dropped kerb parking from Monday, with a three-month 'soft launch' warning period. Learn the rules.
Motorists risk fines and points by breaking two lesser-known Highway Code rules when parking near home. Experts warn against pavement parking and facing the wrong way.
New data reveals the Birmingham streets where drivers are most likely to be fined for parking offences, with Alum Rock Road topping the list. Discover the hotspots to avoid.