Millions of motorists in the UK could benefit from a new parking rule as the government cracks down on rogue, private parking firms.A new package of measures have been announced on Monday, February 7, with an aim to protect drivers from unfair, expensive parking charges.
The new Code of Practice will provide a clearer and fairer appeals system.Besides protecting drivers, the measures will ensure that any rogue firms that break rules could be barred from requesting Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) data, making them unable to pursue motorists for their charges through the post.The rules also aim to bring more people back to local high streets across England, Scotland and Wales without fear of being unfairly caught out.
Parking fines will be cut by up to 50% in the majority of cases, under the government's Parking Code of Practice, thus saving motorists millions of pounds each year.
Proposals under the package include a maximum cap for parking fines, a 10-minute grace period before a late fine can be issued, and a requirement for parking firms to clearly display pricing and terms and conditions.In England -outside of London- and Wales, parking charges will be reduced from £100 to £70 or £50, depending on how serious a breach is.
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