Laura Sharman 25 November 2021

Worcester named best city for accessible parking

Worcester named best city for accessible parking image

Worcester is the UK city with the most accessible parking, according to the results of a new survey.

Published by Nationwide Vehicle Contracts for Disability History Month, the survey shows that 96% of the city's car parks offer accessible spaces for Blue Badge holders.

Epsom came in second place in the accessible parking index, with 95% of car parks catering for Blue Badge holders. Croydon came in third place, with 95% of parking spaces being accessible.

Cllr Andy Stafford, chair of Worcester City Council’s environment committee, said: 'Worcester is a city that works hard to accommodate everyone who wants to enjoy the fantastic retail and leisure offer in our city centre, whether they want to get here by car, train, bike or on foot.

'So it’s great news that these efforts are being recognised, especially with our packed programme of Christmas events just round the corner.'

According to the index, Derby is the worst city for disabled parking with 58% of car parks having no accessible options.

However, the council said the data was based on information obtained three years ago so is 'incorrect and based on historical data'. It highlighted it had 35 disabled parking bays within its car parks.

SIGN UP
For your free daily news bulletin
Highways jobs

Head of Democratic Services, Elections & Monitoring Officer

Harborough District Council
Grade 12 £67,236 – £71,223 plus £3000pa Statutory Officer Allowance
We are looking for an accomplished and proactive leader for our vacant post of Head of Democratic Services & Elections Market Harborough, Leicestershire
Recuriter: Harborough District Council

Qualified Social Worker - Adults

West Northamptonshire Council
£39,190 - £41,797 D.O.E
Based
Recuriter: West Northamptonshire Council

Qualified Social Worker - Adults

West Northamptonshire Council
£39,190 - £41,797 D.O.E
Based
Recuriter: West Northamptonshire Council

Life Skills Officer - Supported Accommodation

North East Lincolnshire Council
£29,093 PLUS Local Agreement Allowance of 6.5% of Salary
We have an unwavering commitment to Children in our Care. Grimsby
Recuriter: North East Lincolnshire Council

Facilities Officer

Ashfield District Council
£42,839 - £46,142 per annum
We are an ambitious District Authority based in Kirkby in Ashfield Sutton-In-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire
Recuriter: Ashfield District Council
Linkedin Banner