Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 72148
Parking: Fees and Charges
Tabled: 29 August 2025
Answered: 5 September 2025
Question
Edward Morello
Liberal Democrat — West Dorset
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment his Department has made of the potential impact of the introduction of car parking charges on (a) access to outdoor walking spaces and (b) public health.
Answer
Ashley DaltonCar parking charges for publicly-owned car parks are primarily a matter for local authorities. Local actions can encourage sustainable travel choices and reduce car dependency, potentially enhancing air quality and promoting active lifestyles, and local a...
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