BPA extends president's term

The British Parking Association (BPA) has decided to extend the terms of office of its president John McArdle and vice-president Mike Marrs by another year because of COVID-19.

At a virtual AGM held in July, the association said the extended terms would ensure there was continuity in leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The meeting saw BPA board director and chair of the public affairs board Nick Lester-Davis announce he is stepping down from both roles after many years’ service.

BPA board chair Nigel Williams said: “None of our achievements would be possible without the generosity of our members who donate their time and share their talents to help us deliver on our vision of ‘Excellence in Parking for All’. As we pass our 50th anniversary and look to the next half-century we continue to work hard to ensure that parking’s voice is heard at the highest levels of government.”