80 councils in England imposing strict new parking rule under Andy Burnham

84 councils allow it - but 80 don't08:26, 23 Jul 202680 councils in England are imposing a strict parking rule for drivers - but not every local authority. 84 councils allow drivers to park up on the kerb and 80 that said they do not, according to a recent BBC News investigation.‌A Local Government Association spokesperson told the BBC councils “have to balance the needs of all users”.‌“Sometimes, especially on older or tightly built streets, they have to allow some pavement parking – for example to ensure emergency vehicles, refuse trucks, and buses can safely pass,” they said. “The new powers are positive and will give more practical tools to deal with obstructive parking.”‌READ MORE Drivers at risk of new mandated safety features in cars in UK law changeIn January, Sir Keir Starmer's La