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UK Government Proposes Parking Limits to Boost Sustainable Transport

12/22/2025

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The UK Government plans parking restrictions on new housing developments to promote sustainable transport, with a consultation running until spring next year.
Councils will be required to limit parking spaces without needing justification.
Labour Party supports the reforms as part of a plan to build 1.5 million homes.
Critics, including the Conservative Party, say the policy will worsen parking and raise revenue from drivers.
Campaigners warn the policy may invite illegal parking.

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The UK Government plans parking restrictions on new housing developments to promote sustainable transport, with a consultation running until spring next year.
Councils will be required to limit parking spaces without needing justification.
Labour Party supports the reforms as part of a plan to build 1.5 million homes.
Critics, including the Conservative Party, say the policy will worsen parking and raise revenue from drivers.
Campaigners warn the policy may invite illegal parking.