Wheel clamping ban announced
Law to see wheel clamping banned on private land in England and Wales.
A ban on wheel clamping on private land in England and Wales has been announced.
It will see anyone flouting the new laws, and clamping a vehicle or towing one away, face tougher penalties.
Currently, any individual undertaking wheel clamping must hold a frontline licence from the Security Industry Authority, with supervisors or directors holding a non-frontline licence.
The ban will be introduced in the Government’s Freedom Bill in November and will come into force shortly after Royal Assent.
Regional and Local Transport Minister Norman Baker said: "The rules governing parking on private land should be proportionate and should not result in motorists being intimidated or forced to pay excessive fines."
"That is why we are putting an end to these outrageous practices once and for all to ensure that drivers no longer have to fear intimidation from rogue traders, allowing the parking industry to begin to restore its reputation with the motoring public."
Further information:
Home Office
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