This feed provides information & updates about changes to parking expected to begin at the end of 2024 in the UK. Currently, almost all the UK's 350+ local authorities appoint a single parking provider - via a tender - to deliver on-street #parking locally #LocalGov
One year on and the National Parking Platform has evolved from a pilot project to the backbone of a more connected UK parking system. It’s now processing more than 1m transactions each month, with 19 councils currently onboard & many more expressing interest in joining.🙌
This reflects the growing momentum behind Open Market parking & greater collaboration between local authorities. Co-ordinated launches in areas such as Hertfordshire & Warwickshire have shown how neighbouring councils can work together to make it easier for motorists to park. 🤝
As more councils sign up, the NPP is continuing to expand access to Open Market parking & helping create a more joined-up, future-ready parking ecosystem. 👏
#NationalParkingPlatform#NPP#OpenMarket#Councils
Three more local authorities joined the NPP in May, accelerating the national rollout of a simpler, more flexible way to pay for parking. @Warwick_DC , Stratford-on-Avon District Council & @BassetlawDC are now part of the platform – & @BhamCityCouncil is joining soon. 🚀
A recent article in Parking News highlighted the pace of growth, noting that at the current onboarding rate, at least 50 operators could be live by the end of 2026.🗞️
The Government recently unveiled its Better Connected transport plan for domestic transport in England. What role does Open Market parking play in a more connected transport system? 👇
For councils, it presents an opportunity to consider how existing parking systems could facilitate more integrated, multimodal journeys at a local level. 🏛️
This reflects the growing momentum behind Open Market parking & greater collaboration between local authorities. Co-ordinated launches in areas such as Hertfordshire & Warwickshire have shown how neighbouring councils can work together to make it easier for motorists to park. 🤝
Over the last 12 months, the shift in industry mindset has been just as significant as the operational milestones. The conversation has moved:
From “What is the NPP?” 🤔
To “How do we join?” 📩