HC Deb 05 November 1986 vol 103 cc437-8W
Mr. Aspinwall

asked the Secretary of State for Transport how many accidents have been caused by indiscriminate parking on roads in each of the following years 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984 and 1985.

Mr. Peter Bottomley

The information requested is not available.

Mr. Aspinwall

asked the Secretary of State for Transport what plans are being considered to help alleviate the dangers of indiscriminate parking by motorists.

Mr. Peter Bottomley

The "Highway Code" sets out clearly motorists' responsibilities for parking sensibly and safely. Information and publicity campaigns remind them about particular dangers they may cause. Good practice is encouraged in a variety of ways, ranging from yellow lines to wheel clamps and fines. The most recent innovation is the extended fixed penalty system to ensure that fines are paid.