Council Loses Income as Travellers Take Over Car Park
Birmingham City Council reports financial losses after travellers occupy Herbert Austin pay-and-display car park in Northfield, disrupting businesses and shoppers.
Category : Parking News
Councils to Fine Oversized Cars in Public Car Parks
Local authorities in England clarify that vehicles over five metres long risk penalty charge notices in public car parks due to standard bay sizes, listing 20 affected models.
Travellers Occupy Birmingham Council Car Park
A large convoy of travellers has taken over Herbert Austin Car Park in Northfield, occupying all 50 spaces including disabled bays costing up to £5.50 daily.
Digital Blue Badge Launched in Hammersmith & Fulham
Hammersmith & Fulham Council introduces digital parking permits for Blue Badge holders, eliminating the need to display physical badges in home zones to combat theft.
Pavement Parking Ban: Fines for Parking Outside Homes
The Government has announced a nationwide pavement parking ban, granting councils powers to enforce fines. The rules aim to improve pedestrian safety but may impact residents.
Parking Rules Outside Your Home Explained
Motoring experts clarify common misconceptions about parking rights on public roads outside homes, explaining when disputes become legitimate legal issues.
Nurse's Snow Parking Fine Cancelled After Media Steps In
A Birmingham district nurse was fined £100 for parking outside a bay in a snow-covered car park. The parking operator rejected her appeal until BirminghamLive intervened, forcing them to cancel the charge.
Popular Cars Banned from Car Parks Over Length Rule
Owners of seven popular car models face parking bans in council car parks across five UK authorities due to new vehicle length restrictions exceeding 5 metres.
Liverpool Parking Charges Rise, Seizure Risk Grows
New parking charges in Liverpool city centre, with 20% increases and extended evening hours, prompt warnings about dangerous driving decisions and vehicle seizures by Merseyside Police.
Smethwick Hospital Parking Nightmare Sparks Council Action
Residents on Cranford Street in Smethwick describe a daily struggle with obstructive pavement parking linked to the new Midland Metropolitan University Hospital, prompting council plans for restrictions.
Emission-Based Parking Charges Start Monday
Reading Council launches new parking charges based on vehicle emissions, with higher tariffs for polluting cars while half of motorists face no change.
Supermarket Car Park Maximum Stay Rules Explained
Major UK supermarkets including Tesco, Morrisons, Sainsbury's, and Asda have clarified their car park maximum stay policies, with time limits typically ranging from one to three hours.
Parking Sensor Warning: Costly Repairs for UK Drivers
Drivers with parking sensors face potential repair bills of hundreds of pounds as experts warn of reliability problems, false alarms, and delayed detection systems.
Birmingham Parking Fine Hotspot: 6,600+ Tickets
Stratford Road in Sparkhill has emerged as a major parking fine hotspot in Birmingham, with over 6,600 tickets issued in 2025. Discover the city's top ten streets for penalties.
Reading's New Emission-Based Parking Rules Start Monday
Reading Borough Council launches new emission-based parking charges from February 2, with fees based on vehicle CO2 emissions to reduce carbon and improve air quality.
Dudley Parking Charges Scrapped: Businesses React
Dudley Council reinstates free two-hour parking to boost town centre trade, but some local businesses say the move comes too late after significant customer losses.
Parking Sign Sticker Leads to £55 Fines at Essex Station
A mysterious 'this side only' sticker on a Gidea Park station sign has confused drivers, leading to £55 fines for parking in drop-off bays. Havering Council investigates.
10,000 Drivers Fined Under Edinburgh Parking Ban
Edinburgh's pioneering pavement parking ban has resulted in nearly 10,000 fines issued to drivers over two years, with authorities reporting improved safety for pedestrians with disabilities.
Tamworth Car Parks Switch to Cashless After Vandalism
Tamworth Borough Council approves cashless transition for most car parks following costly vandalism attacks on pay and display machines, aiming to save thousands annually.
£50k Fines Issued by Bury's 24-Hour Parking Cameras
Automatic Number Plate Recognition cameras on Bury's Walmersley Road have generated £50,000 in penalties over nine months, targeting illegal parking on double red lines to improve traffic flow and safety.
Bath Proposes Higher Parking Fees for Larger Cars
Bath and North East Somerset Council plans to introduce size-based parking permit charges, with larger vehicles facing higher fees and smaller cars receiving discounts.
New Pavement Parking Ban Powers for Councils
Local authorities in England gain enhanced legal powers to restrict pavement parking across wider areas, following a law change by the Labour government aimed at improving pedestrian safety.
Cineworld Fined Customers After Rule Change Without Warning
Cineworld customers have been hit with penalty charges after parking rule changes at cinemas in Chichester and Llandudno Junction. Filmgoers watching lengthy movies like Avatar: Fire and Ash and Dune: Part Two were unaware they needed to register number p
Dudley Council Scraps Parking Charges for First Two Hours
Dudley Council confirms the return of two hours free parking in its 2026/27 budget, aiming to boost local businesses and support the high street economy.
Liverpool Parking Charge Row: 'Tax on Retail' Claim
Liverpool Council's decision to increase city centre parking charges by 11% faces fierce opposition, with critics calling it a 'tax on retail and catering employment' that could drive visitors away.
Council Under Fire Over Parking Permit Scheme
Birmingham City Council has come under fire for a new parking permit scheme that has sparked outrage among residents and local businesses.
RingGo App Down: UK Parking Chaos for Drivers
The RingGo parking payment app has suffered a major outage, leaving drivers across 500 UK towns unable to pay for parking during rush hour, sparking widespread frustration and fears of fines.
Motorhome Parking Ban Proposed in Cornwall Car Parks
Cornwall Council launches public consultation on new parking measures that could ban overnight motorhome camping at several locations and introduce charges.
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.
Nationwide Pavement Parking Ban Announced
The UK government announces a nationwide pavement parking ban, granting councils new powers to enforce fines and improve safety for vulnerable pedestrians.
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