Overview

This bill amends the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 to require local authorities in England and Wales to consult the public before changing parking charges in designated and off-street parking places. The changes affect the process by which local authorities alter parking fees, mandating public consultation.

Description

The bill modifies sections 35C and 46A of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984. These sections deal with how local authorities can vary charges for off-street and designated parking places, respectively.

Key Changes:

• Mandatory Consultation: The bill inserts a new requirement for local authorities to consult with the public before making changes to parking fees.
• Flexibility in Regulations: The bill allows for regulations to make different provisions for different purposes, offering greater flexibility in how consultation is carried out.
• Application: The amendments apply only to regulations made by the Secretary of State.

Government Spending

The bill is not expected to have a significant direct impact on government spending. The cost of consultation will be borne by local authorities.

Groups Affected

The bill primarily affects:

• Local Authorities: They will need to implement the new consultation requirements, potentially incurring administrative costs.
• The Public: Members of the public will have the opportunity to provide input on proposed parking charge changes.
• Parking Users: The changes may influence parking charges, impacting their expenses.

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