ALMOST half of all drivers in the North West will not contest a parking ticket because it is too confusing, according to a recent report.
Research by the British Parking Association (BPA), which is backing the Know Your Parking Rights Campaign, showed that 47 per cent of motorists don't understand the appeal process.
Industry experts say that while the majority of motorists never receive a parking ticket, 20 per cent of all tickets issued by both local authorities and private operators are appealed.
It also highlighted that six in 10 motorists in the area are often unaware of their rights with regards to parking and one in seven do not know the difference between the rules for parking in a council or private car park.
Patrick Troy, Chief Executive of the BPA, comments: "It is clear that that many motorists are often left confused by parking rules and regulations. While drivers of course have a responsibility to check the parking restrictions in operation, we must ensure that the rules are made as clear as possible to reduce the amount of avoidable fines and charges."
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