Andy Burnham has announced a new regulatory framework aimed at curbing what he describes as "rip-off" parking charges on private land. The rules, which apply across England, Scotland, and Wales, mandate that drivers must be given a five-minute grace period to decide whether to park and a 10-minute grace period to leave after their paid session expires before a penalty can be issued.

These measures are framed as part of a broader "everyday fixes" initiative intended to reduce the cost of living for motorists. While the government presents these rules as a significant consumer protection victory, the consumer advocacy group Which? has expressed skepticism. The organization stated that the new code of practice appears to "fall well short" of what is necessary to fully protect drivers from predatory practices. Sources differ on the impact of these rules; while the government emphasizes the new rights granted to motorists, critics suggest the regulations may not be robust enough to address the core issues of private parking enforcement.