News reveals that private parking companies could be hit with ban from the DVLA to prevent drivers from getting expensive fines. In response, Rhydian Jones, motor expert at Confused.com car insurance, comments:
“Last year, a new code of conduct was brought in to make rules around private parking tickets fairer for drivers, including reduced fees and a more relaxed appeal system. However, it seems that the DVLA might take this one step further, by preventing private parking companies from having access to their database in order to distribute fines to drivers.
“We all know what it’s like to feel stressed about rushing back to your car to avoid that dreaded parking ticket. Or the panic you might feel when realise that you’ve accidentally entered your vehicle registration wrong when it comes to paying for your stay. And our research found that more than 8 in 10 (81%) find parking signs confusing, often leading to a parking ticket. With some drivers having received fines of up to £2,000 in private car parks, more needs to be done to protect them from these soaring costs.
“With the government consulting on this issue this year, it will be interesting to see how they find a balance between prices being more fair for drivers whilst also ensuring effective car park management. But it’s also important that drivers don’t become too relaxed in the face of this change, as they could still be at risk of receiving a parking fine if they break parking rules in this interim period. And the current rules are still in place for now.”
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