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New Panel to Oversee UK Private Parking Sector Code

The newly established Panel is set to oversee the UK’s private parking Sector Single Code of Practice (the Code). A key priority will be to urgently review the recent media case where a motorist was being taken to court after taking longer than 5...

BPA Welcomes Support in Parliament for a Vehicle Compliance Management Act

The British Parking Association (BPA) was reassured to see Josh Babarinde MP for Eastbourne address the House of Commons in support of the newly proposed Vehicle Compliance Management Act (VCMA). The Act, which seeks to modernise and streamline v...

Call for safe and secure parking for HGV drivers

Coach and lorry drivers deserve better roadside facilities, including parking that is safe and secure. That is why we have joined the Road Haulage Association's campaign lobbying government for action. HGV drivers help to keep our shops stocked ...

Multi-storey car parks (safety) Bill

Statement following the introduction of a Private Members Bill by Maria Eagle MPThe BPA is following developments in Parliament and the introduction of a Private Members Bill by Maria Eagle MP. We have offered to work with her because we support ...

Safer parking extends to lorry park facilities with launch of Park Mark Freight

Park Mark® Freight aims to enhance the highest quality of today’s lorry parks and facilities in services and operations. Park Mark® Freight is a new and comprehensive assessment managed by Police Crime Prevention Initiatives and the British Parki...