Drivers face fines for being idle
The government is considering making idling an offence, with potential fines of up to four figures.
This is part of the government’s plan to reduce emissions, particularly in our cities.
Paul Loughlin, a motoring law solicitor at Stephensons Solicitors, said, ‘These powers are likely to prove an effective deterrent and will go some way to reducing the pollution levels in our towns and cities, however it remains unclear how local authorities will enforce them. There is an onus on the government to spell out how these powers will be used as well as making it clear for drivers to turn off their engines whilst parked.
‘The fines, some of which stretching to £1,000 for repeat offenders, will be keenly felt in particular by businesses and couriers, who often leave their vehicles running whilst making deliveries.’
