New Highway Code regulations when parking on private land

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New Highway Code regulations when parking on private land
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New regulations were introduced in the Highway Code in 2022, with a focus on the 'hierarchy of road users' and placing additional responsibility on larger vehicles for road safety

Few things are as irritating as returning home from work to discover a car blocking your driveway, preventing you from parking. Whether the vehicle is owned by an unknown person or a neighbour, the immediate desire is to move it so you can access your own space.

Despite this guidance, there's no criminal law to punish those who park on another's property. Police suggest if a neighbour's car is causing obstruction, a polite request to move it should be made.

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