Published: March 8, 2008
Police in Highbridge threaten careless parkers with fines

Police in Highbridge are warning motorists to park considerately and legally, or face fixed penalty notices.

The move comes after a series of complaints from residents where parking has at times obstructed highways and been dangerous to pedestrians and other road users.

The main problem areas have been along Huntspill Road, Market Street, Church Street (pictured) and the Walrow.

"Despite talking to offenders and offering words of advice, the problems have persisted, so police and Police Community Support Officers will now take action against those breaking the law," said a police spokesman.

"In the past, the beat team have tried to deal with these issues by finding owners of vehicles and giving words of advice, however there appears to be no change so we will be issuing Fixed Penalty notices."

"It is not in the interest of the police to issue tickets so the beat team are urging people to heed this warning or face the consequences."