LGA responds to Sustrans report on pavement parking

Responding to a report by Sustrans, calling for pavement parking to be banned, Cllr David Renard, Local Government Association transport spokesperson, said:

“Pavement parking and damaged pavements is one of the biggest complaints from pedestrians – and not just in London. Similarly, repairing kerbs and pavements damaged by pavement parking is expensive and this funding could be better used to repair potholes, support local buses and provide more suitable parking.

"We have long-called for councils across the whole country to be able to take individual local decisions about whether to introduce a ban on pavement parking. It was disappointing the Queen’s Speech did not give councils the powers they need to tackle the scourge of pavement parking, which presents a danger to pedestrians and vulnerable people.

“We urge the Government to take urgent action and make our streets safer for everyone.”