Andy Burnham to ban everyday driving manoeuvre

MotoringMotoring NewsMotoringCampaigners have called for the safety changes for years11:23, 01 Aug 2026Updated 11:24, 01 Aug 2026Major new rules around parking are set to come into force under Andy Burnham.‌Local councils are being handed more powers to ban pavement parking in their towns and cities.‌This is likely to see parking on footpaths outlawed across large swathes of the country.‌READ MORE: Andy Burnham new £300 charge for drivers of these popular modelsGet breaking news on BirminghamLive WhatsAppAnd motorists will have to prepare themselves for the new rules and keep their eyes peeled for signage.‌The pavement parking ban has been in the works for a long time.Keir Starmer's Government finally invited local authorities to apply for powers.‌The process is expected to ramp up under B