Overview

This bill establishes a code of practice for the operation and management of private parking facilities in the UK. The code will provide guidance on good practice, appeals processes, and a levy on accredited parking associations to cover administrative and investigation costs. The Secretary of State will be responsible for creating and overseeing the code.

Description

Code of Practice

The Secretary of State will create a code of practice offering guidance on running private parking facilities. This includes promoting good practice and outlining appeals procedures against parking charges. Before finalizing the code, the Secretary of State must consult relevant stakeholders including private parking facility operators and users.

Review and Revision

The code will be kept under review and can be altered or replaced by the Secretary of State. Any changes will follow a similar consultation and parliamentary approval process.

Publication and Legal Effect

The finalized code will be published. Non-compliance with the code does not automatically lead to legal action; however, it may be considered by the Secretary of State when making decisions about disclosing vehicle registration details or accrediting parking associations.

Delegation of Functions

The Secretary of State can delegate some functions, such as creating the code or investigating non-compliance, to other public authorities or individuals. Agreements may involve payments for these services.

Appeals Against Parking Charges

If the code recommends independent appeal processes, the Secretary of State can enter agreements with independent bodies to handle parking appeals. These agreements may involve payments and fees.

Levy on Accredited Parking Associations

Regulations may require accredited parking associations to pay a levy to cover costs associated with the code, investigations, and appeal services. The regulations will specify the amount, payment times, and consequences of non-payment.

Government Spending

The bill will likely lead to increased government spending to cover the costs of creating and overseeing the code of practice, including potential payments for delegated functions and appeal services. Exact figures are not provided in the bill itself.

Groups Affected

• Private Parking Facility Operators: Affected by the code's requirements and potentially by levies.
• Private Parking Facility Users: Potentially benefit from clearer guidelines and improved appeals processes.
• Accredited Parking Associations: Required to pay a levy under the regulations.
• Government: Responsible for creating and enforcing the code, leading to administrative and financial implications.
• Independent Appeal Bodies: May be contracted to handle parking appeals, potentially receiving payments.

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