Petition · Department for Transport
Introduce Regulation of Private Parking Practices
Closed
95 signatures
What the petition asks
We call for legislation to regulate the practices of private parking firms, including:
- allowing pre-payment or payment at the time of departure
- offering free or discounted parking for Blue Badge holders
- exempting parking for medical emergencies from Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs).
- allowing pre-payment or payment at the time of departure
- offering free or discounted parking for Blue Badge holders
- exempting parking for medical emergencies from Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs).
Private parking companies may impose strict time limits to pay, which I think is penalizing drivers for factors beyond their control, like malfunctioning machines or queues. Additionally, in my view, Blue Badge holders and those in medical emergencies face unfair fines. I believe that by regulating these practices, the Government could promote fairness, accessibility, and protect vulnerable individuals from potential exploitation, ensuring the system works in the public's best interest.
Timeline
| 5 Feb 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 5 Aug 2025 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
95
Status
Closed
Department
Department for Transport
Opened
5 Feb 2025
Closed
5 Aug 2025
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 14 Aug 2026.