One-in-ten want to punish school-run pavement parkers

A survey by online parking portal YourParkingSpace.co.uk has found that more than one-in-ten respondents would like to fine pavement parkers up to £100.

Some wanted even harsher punishments; community service was backed by two per cent, three points on a driving licence was given support by five per cent of people, while driving awareness courses were favoured by four per cent.

Overall, almost half of those surveyed wanted some sort of fine or punishment for motorists caught parking on a pavement.

Harrison Woods, managing director at YourParkingSpace.co.uk, said: “Pavement parking provokes strong opinions, with a sizeable number of Brits baying for harsh punishments.

“A number of motorists think there’s nothing wrong with stopping on a pavement but for others it’s a definite no-no because of the inconvenience it can cause to pedestrians.”

Motorists parking on pavements gave various reasons for doing so, with almost one-in-five saying it was because there was nowhere else to park, while two per cent said it was due to being in a rush.

The Department for Transport is considering a review of current traffic legislation which could make the whole of the UK the same as London where it is illegal, forcing those on the school run to look for alternative parking spaces.