Sheffield tackles obstructive parking

New rules seek to improve safety for cyclists and pedestrians

New parking enforcement rules are to be introduced across Sheffield aimed at making roads and pavements safer for cyclists and pedestrians.

Since 20 May, motorists can be issued a penalty charge if they park across dropped kerbs (which have been lowered for vehicle access or pedestrians), in cycle lanes, or are not parked close to the kerb.

HGVs are also not allowed to park with wheels on the footway, unless loading (as allowed by national regulations), while non-licenced vehicles parked up and...

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