Thousands of drivers in Scotland have been fined for illegally parking on pavements since the new law came into effect in December 2023. The fines highlight that many drivers are still unaware of or choosing to ignore the new regulations.
Over a thousand drivers in North Ayrshire have been hit with fines for pavement parking over the festive season, bringing to light that many are still unaware or choosing to ignore new regulations. The council has issued 1,260 fines since Scotland made pavement parking illegal in December 2023. Motorists found guilty of this offence now face penalties of up to £100, reports Birmingham Live.
Scottish Transport Minister Fiona Hyslop weighed in, stating: 'The message here is clear: pavement parking is unsafe, unfair and illegal, and you could be fined up to £100 for it. We're highlighting the danger that illegal pavement parking poses to pavement users, and in particular those with mobility issues or visual impairments, or parents pushing prams and buggies.' She added: 'Scotland is the first of the four nations to make pavement parking illegal nationwide. This change in legislation is a step towards developing communities that are better able to support active travel.' Rhydian Jones, a car insurance specialist from Confused.com, also commented, saying: 'These parking bans are being put in place to improve safety, for drivers and pedestrians, and for those who need better accessibility on roads.' 'If you're caught by the council, you could get fined as much as £100. And if the police fine you, it could be a Fixed Penalty Notice of up to £200, and you might even get penalty points on your licence as well. While this new potential law change could be costly, drivers must remember that these rules are there to keep drivers and pedestrians safe.' It's also been suggested that similar changes could be on the horizon for motorists in England, with reports indicating that the Labour government is contemplating comprehensive bans on pavement parking and other alterations
PAVEMENT PARKING FINES SCOTLAND TRANSPORTATION LAW SAFETY
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