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Parking Tickets at the Ready
Posted on 27/06/2007
Loughborough Newsdesk
Drivers who park incorrectly will be receiving more than just a leaflet in two weeks time, when parking attendants take to the streets.
From Monday, drivers who park wrongly will be given a mock ticket, containing an information leaflet reminding them they could soon be fined.
Currently, the police are responsible for enforcing parking restrictions but this role becomes the job of the County, District and Borough councils from 16th July. Forty-nine attendants across Leicestershire will tackle drivers who park incorrectly or without consideration for other drivers, meaning the police can concentrate on fighting crime.
A parking ticket (known as a Penalty Charge Notice) will cost £60, but only £30 if paid promptly. The money collected will pay to run the enforcement service with any extra being used for parking improvements.
As well as warning leaflets, the new arrangments are being advertised on the back of buses and general leaflets to help make people aware of the changes before they happen.
Nicholas Rushton, Deputy Leader of the County Council with responsibility for Highways and Transportation, said: "There is no doubt that People who ignore parking and waiting restrictions contribute to congestion and can frequently obstruct the emergency services. We want to make sure that drivers are aware of the changes, and give them information they need to help them park safely and correctly.
"The benefits that come from enforcing parking restrictions can greatly improve the living environment for the people who live in and visit Leicestershire.