Parking penalties across London are set to increase by 30% after approval from Mayor Sadiq Khan, following a request from London Councils. The aim is to combat anti-social parking behaviors and reflect heightened enforcement costs. Penalties will vary, with higher charges in Band A areas rising significantly. While this decision aims to enhance road safety, it has drawn criticism from small business representatives who argue that the increased costs will further burden already struggling enterprises. A substantial portion of residents also opposed this increase during consultations, citing financial strain as a primary concern.
The increase in parking penalties aims to deter anti-social parking and reflect the rising enforcement costs reported by London Councils.
Matt Jaffa from FSB criticized the increase, indicating that small businesses already struggle with existing costs and cannot afford higher penalties.
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