Consultation on parking in town centres opens

Published: 24th April 2024

A consultation has opened seeking the views of Borderers on parking and parking enforcement specifically in town centres across the region.

What is the consultation and how to submit feedback 

We are keen to gauge public opinion as we examine the possibility of taking over responsibility for the enforcement of on-street parking regulations in the Scottish Borders from Police Scotland.

Known as Decriminalised Parking Enforcement (DPE), it enables a local authority to enforce its own parking policies, including the issuing of Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs) to motorists breaching parking controls in specified areas.

By taking part in this consultation it will help the Council get a better understanding of the public’s opinion on decriminalising parking in the Scottish Borders.

The consultation is open until 31 May and can be accessed on Citizen Space.