11 July 2025
Commenting on the release of the latest consultation into private parking*, Jack Cousens, head of roads policy for The AA, said; "This long-awaited consultation will not please drivers and suggests that government is bending the knee to the private parking industry.
"A higher cap of £100 compared to the original plans of £50**, the retention of debt recovery fees and the inclusion of a £20 so-called 'mitigation' charge does little to offer protection for drivers.
"We urge all drivers to complete the consultation and submit their views and experiences when dealing with private parking firms. If government can understand the depth of contempt drivers hold against some of these shark-like businesses, maybe it will do more to help innocent drivers."
* Private parking code of practice - GOV.UK
** Parking code enforcement framework: consultation response - GOV.UK