Overview

This bill establishes a code of practice for the operation and management of private parking facilities in the UK. It aims to improve standards and provide a clearer appeals process for drivers who receive parking charges.

Description

The Secretary of State will create a code of practice, consulting with relevant stakeholders (parking providers and users). This code will guide best practices in private parking, including appeals processes. Parliament will review the code. The code itself won't be legally binding, but non-compliance will be a factor in decisions about information disclosure from vehicle registers and accreditation of parking associations. The bill also allows for a levy on accredited parking associations to cover administrative and investigative costs related to the code and appeals process. An independent appeals body may be established to handle parking disputes.

Key Aspects:

• Creates a code of practice for private parking.
• Provides guidance on best practices and appeals.
• Allows for a levy on accredited parking associations.
• May establish an independent appeals process.
• Code non-compliance won't lead to direct legal action but will be a factor in other decisions.

Government Spending

The bill doesn't specify exact figures, but it anticipates government spending on administering the code, investigating complaints, and potentially funding an independent appeals service. Costs will also be covered by a levy on accredited parking associations.

Groups Affected

• Private Parking Companies: Will be subject to the code of practice and potentially the levy.
• Drivers: May benefit from clearer guidelines and a more straightforward appeals process.
• Accredited Parking Associations: Will be responsible for paying the levy.
• Government: Will be responsible for administering the code and potentially funding aspects of the system.

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