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Parking: Private Sector

Asked by Blair McDougallLabourMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled Answered 7 April 2025UIN 42710

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, if her Department will consider introducing protections for consumers in the new Parking Code of Practice.

Answered by Alex Norris

The Government recognises the need for high standards in the private parking industry and is committed to delivering a Code of Practice, in accordance with The Parking (Code of Practice) Act 2019.

We are progressing with plans to protect and support motorists and to help us further understand the potential impacts of the Code, we will be launching a consultation in due course.

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