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Proposed idling penalties too low, says Sustrans

Rhodri Clark
24 May 2023
Christine Boston: Even if there were widespread compliance there’d still be emissions, because people would have driven to and from the location
Christine Boston: Even if there were widespread compliance there’d still be emissions, because people would have driven to and from the location

 

Sustrans believes the lower end of the range of penalties proposed in Wales for drivers who allow engines to idle is insufficient to act as a deterrent.

Currently local authorities can fine drivers a fixed £20. The Welsh Government regards £20 as too low, both to deter idling and to make it financially viable for local authorities to carry out enforcement. The Environment (Air Quality and Soundscapes) (Wales) Bill proposes setting a range (LTT867).

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