One expert warns that just because drivers have a child with them, it doesn't mean they aren't risking a fine
A parent-and-child parking bay is a godsend for many parents who are heading out on a shopping trip with their kids. The parking space offers more room to get your doors open and it's usually located a little closer to entrances, making lugging bags back a lot easier.
The warning comes after a mum was ordered to pay £260 for using one of the free spaces - because she didn't actually take her kids out of the car. The parking firm claimed the parent "didn't require the extra space" due to the fact she wasn't unloading her vehicle and she paid the price after leaving her vehicle in the parent-child bay.But that's not all - you can't use them if you have a teenager as the majority come with an age limit for children of 12 years.
Tim Alcock of LeaseCar.uk told The Sun: "Mums and dads will naturally enjoy using parent and child parking spaces that are more comfortable to park in and in an area closer to a shop's entrance. Unfortunately, the rules can be a little more complex than the name suggests and it can be all too easy to get caught out, landing yourself in hot water or taking a hit in the pocket.
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