Commons Sense

House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Private Parking Code of Practice

11 July 2025 · Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government

Proposed by Alex Norris Lab Co-op Nottingham North and Kimberley

Transport

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At a glance

Key points

  • The Government has published a consultation on the Private Parking Code of Practice.
  • The consultation aims to address poor behaviour by parking operators and raise industry standards.
  • The Government seeks public views to inform the preparation of a Code of Practice and compliance framework.

Issue summary

The Government has published a consultation on the Private Parking Code of Practice to address poor behaviour by parking operators and raise industry standards.

Action requested

The Government is seeking public views through a consultation to inform the preparation of a Code of Practice and compliance framework for private parking operators, including improvements to appeals services and data collection requirements.

Key facts

  • The government published a consultation on the Private Parking Code of Practice.
  • The proposals aim to protect motorists from unfair parking charges while balancing operator needs.
  • Current industry caps are £100 for parking charges with a 40% discount for early payment, and £70 for debt recovery fees.
  • A new independent Scrutiny and Oversight Board and UKAS approved Certification Scheme will oversee compliance.
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