HC Deb 21 June 1978 vol 952 c216W
Mr. Conlan

asked the Secretary of State for Transport what direction, advice or guidance he has given to local authorities regarding the provision of off-street car parking; what are the guidelines concerning charges; what has been the response; and whether he is satisfied that present arrangements are satisfactory.

Mr. Horam

Advice about the provision of off-street parking is included in the Department's annual circulars on transport supplementary grant submissions. Authorities are recommended to impose charges which will cover both operating costs and loan charges, and we are satisfied that most of the mare setting charges in accordance with this advice.