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Parking: Ownership

Asked by Martin WrigleyLiberal DemocratMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled Answered 19 February 2025UIN 30317

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, if her Department will publish information held on registered owners of car parking sites.

Answered by Alex Norris

The Government is aware of the concerns about the poor practice and behaviour of some parking operators and is determined to drive up standards. We are exploring ways to give motorists the best protection and support and continue to engage with both consumer groups and the two parking trade associations.

MHCLG does not hold information on the ownership of private car parks, as this is private land not managed or overseen by Government.

We will announce our plans regarding the Government code in due course. In the meantime, however, I can confirm that we will consult and assess the impacts of any new measures before those are implemented.

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