Slough Borough Council's Vehicle Removals Policy launched
"Many drivers continue to obstruct the flow of traffic and occupy parking places reserved for residents, disabled blue badge holders and other permit holders," he said."We hope drivers can follow the rules and park where they are permitted to."If they don't... there is a real risk that their vehicle will be removed from the highway, and they'll have to pay additional fees for removal and storage."The ultimate risk is that the vehicle will be disposed of."
Contraventions include unauthorised parking in a loading bay, stopping in a bus stop or stopping on a pedestrian crossing.It would cover vehicles obstructing planned maintenance work or preventing access to emergency service and waste collection vehicles.It also covers abandoned vehicles and non-motorised vehicles such as trailers and caravans.
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