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Written question asked by Victoria Collins (Liberal Democrat) on Wednesday, 11 March 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 16 March 2026. It was answered by Miatta Fahnbulleh (Labour) on Thursday, 19 March 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.


Parking: Disability

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what discussions she has had with private parking operators on their duties under the Equality Act 2010 to make reasonable adjustments for disabled motorists; and what enforcement mechanisms are available where operators fail to meet those obligations.

Answer

The Government is aware that disabled motorists can face challenges when parking and my officials ensure these issues are actively discussed through ongoing engagement with the parking sector, the Department for Transport and other relevant stakeholders. Most recently, officials met with Disabled Motoring UK specifically to understand how disabled motorists can be protected and supported.

Private parking operators are required to make reasonable adjustments under the Equality Act 2010, the form those adjustments take are up to individual operators. We will continue to proactively consider how the Code of Practice will affect disabled people and take steps to remove barriers.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
120182
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Disability Enforcement Private sector Parking
Legislation
Equality Act 2010
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk