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05/03/2018
New Clamping And Removal Operation Launched
A new clamping and removal operation for illegally parked vehicles in urban clearways and bus lanes in Belfast has been launched.
Drivers who park illegally the main arterial routes into and out of Belfast may have their vehicles removed and clamped.
As well as being issued with a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN), additional charges to have the vehicle released will apply.
The removing and clamping operation started on Monday, 05 March, however, a two week, one strike warning period will be in place until Monday 19 March during which time drivers parking illegally in the urban clearways and bus lanes will be issued with a warning notice in relation to removal and clamping.
Ciarán de Búrca, Department for Infrastructure Director of Transport Projects said: "Vehicles parked in urban clearway routes and bus lanes during operational hours cause significant delays and congestion for commuters and other road users, particularly during the morning and evening peak traffic hours.
"For drivers who choose to ignore urban clearway and bus lane regulations, this specially designed enforcement vehicle will carry out the removal and clamping of illegally parked vehicles leaving main routes unobstructed during these key times and allowing other road users to continue on their journeys without the unnecessary delay caused.
"The Department would urge drivers to give consideration to other road users and park legally at all times. This helps traffic to flow more freely, improves reliability and journey times for public transport services and reduces traffic congestion and the associated environmental pollution."
Drivers who park illegally the main arterial routes into and out of Belfast may have their vehicles removed and clamped.
As well as being issued with a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN), additional charges to have the vehicle released will apply.
The removing and clamping operation started on Monday, 05 March, however, a two week, one strike warning period will be in place until Monday 19 March during which time drivers parking illegally in the urban clearways and bus lanes will be issued with a warning notice in relation to removal and clamping.
Ciarán de Búrca, Department for Infrastructure Director of Transport Projects said: "Vehicles parked in urban clearway routes and bus lanes during operational hours cause significant delays and congestion for commuters and other road users, particularly during the morning and evening peak traffic hours.
"For drivers who choose to ignore urban clearway and bus lane regulations, this specially designed enforcement vehicle will carry out the removal and clamping of illegally parked vehicles leaving main routes unobstructed during these key times and allowing other road users to continue on their journeys without the unnecessary delay caused.
"The Department would urge drivers to give consideration to other road users and park legally at all times. This helps traffic to flow more freely, improves reliability and journey times for public transport services and reduces traffic congestion and the associated environmental pollution."
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