Four new UK parking laws coming into force from October 2024

James Rodger

29 April 2024 at 0:41 pm·2-min read

New car park rule changes are set to launch within months in a "crucial milestone" for drivers. A new Code of Practice will bring in a range of new driving rules promising to raise standards and improve consistency for motorists across the country.

A new private parking code to launch later this year that could save drivers thousands in fines - but critics warn it avoids the real issues. Motorists will be given a 10-minute grace period under the new IPC code, it was confirmed late last week.

The code will be published in June before coming into effect this autumn. Will Hurley, chief executive officer of the IPC said: "This is a long-awaited day, the sector has been calling for a single Code of Practice for a long time and today we are proud to be committing to it.

"The single Code will benefit all compliant motorists and will present clear consequences for those who decide to break the rules. The sector has listened to the motoring community and today we are acting."

Nicholas Lyes, IAM RoadSmart director of policy and standards, told This is Money: "Drivers will wonder what has taken parking associations so long to publish the new code and no matter how they might dress it up, this is primarily being driven by new laws around the Government-led Parking Code of Practice, rather than a self-proclaimed gesture of being fairer to motorists.

"Some might say it is jumping before being pushed." The code will come into force on October 1.

10-minute grace period

The new code will include a number of key changes for motorists, including a mandated 10-minute grace period for parking charge notices (PCNs).

Consistent signage

The new rules include consistent signage standards across all car parks, too. A new oversight group will also be used to ensure that the application and interpretation of the new Code are consistent across all parking sites while a new appeals charter will make it clearer for those challenging a parking fine to see rules and mitigating circumstances.

Parking operators on private land

The new rules also include single set of rules for all parking operators working on private land. Andrew Pester, BPA Chief Executive said, “We are delighted to introduce a single Code of Practice across the private parking sector. This is a crucial milestone as we work closely with Government, consumer bodies and others to deliver fairer and more consistent parking standards for motorists. We will continue to push for a positive outcome for all.”

Blue Badge

The BPA also says that the new code will also look to boost the awareness of Blue Badges while acting as a ‘deterrent for abuse of Blue Badge bays or those who choose to park selfishly, putting their own convenience above the needs or rights of others.’.

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10-minute grace period

Consistent signage

Parking operators on private land

Blue Badge

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