Mums and dads across the UK are facing potential penalties for breaching new regulations coming into effect from September’s school term.
With the school summer holidays coming to an end, the time for children to get used to the school routine is almost here. However, this will also mean that parents will have to squeeze some time in between to drop their kids to school. However, that quick drop-off at the entrance will no longer be possible following new rules being added during the peak times.
Fresh driving and parking limitations are being introduced around numerous schools throughout the area. Parents need to grasp these regulations to steer clear of landing themselves in hot water. In other news, find out more about the best back to school clothing deals from Sainsbury’s TU, M&S, Asda George, and more.
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After a summer break playing with friends and sleeping later than usual, children go back to school for another year of learning. In the UK, most children start school in September, and their attendance is compulsory following their fifth birthday.
Local authority chiefs have revealed additional proposals for what are known as school streets. These involve restricting motorists and parking on specific roads near educational establishments during morning drop-off and afternoon collection periods.
Mums and dads will be prohibited from accessing these thoroughfares during these key times. This means those bringing their children to school won’t be able to get as near to the premises as before, potentially requiring them to find spaces further afield.
Those who flout the regulations will face penalties, although first-time violators might receive warnings with the restrictions being explained to them instead, reports Birmingham Live.
West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker announced that additional school streets would be introduced across the region to enhance youngsters’ safety. Parents are expected to receive notification of any fresh rules affecting their children’s schools.
They’re also urged to accompany their youngsters to school on foot whenever feasible. He stated: “We are making it easier and safer for people, especially families on the school run, to choose cycling and walking for their shorter daily journeys. It’s healthy, great for the environment and good fun and if more people choose active travel we can reduce traffic congestion on our streets.”
“That’s why I’m joining my fellow Mayors in this pledge and, working with our councils, will be doing more to deliver additional cycle routes and safer streets around our schools,” he added.
