The Government has now promised to publish the findings] As part of the 'biggest transfer of power out of Westminster to England's regions this century' the Government 'will expect Strategic Authorities to play a leading role in developing a consistent approach to enforcement across their area, using available powers as appropriate'.
The research from Venson Automotive Solutions revealed 46 per cent of motorists agreed pavement parking, already banned in London and Edinburgh, should also be banned in other towns and cities.
In its English Devolution White Paper published yesterday – which gave major new powers to Mayors - pavement parking was given as an example of 'an action to address at a national level'.
Reasons for being in favour of a pavement parking ban include concerns around the accessibility of pavements for vulnerable pedestrians, as well as limitations on pedestrians being able to cross the road safely.
The Government is set to bring in a nationwide pavement ban as part of its move toward devolution.
