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Mon, 19 Oct 2026

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 Burnham vows end to 'rip-off parking charges' under new rules

Penalties are seen as too harsh on motorists who are penalised for parking on private land.

* A guaranteed 5 minute period to decide whether to park
* A 10 minute window to leave without facing a penalty
* Cancellation of charges for issues drivers can't control, such as vehicle breakdowns or medical emergencies
* Cancellation of charges for honest mistakes, including stopping to check directions or forgetting a parking permit
* Maximum charges of £20 on appeal for minor slip-ups
* A freeze on the maximum parking charge at £100
* Operators who do not comply with these rules risk losing access to DVLA data, making it harder to pursue drivers who have been charged.