LISTEN: MSP In Perth Parking Plea

Mid Scotland and Fife MSP Murdo Fraser is calling on drivers to stand up to private parking firms

Published 23rd Jul 2015

A Tayside MSP says new guidance from Citizens Advice Scotland supports his call for people not to pay private parking fines.

Murdo Fraser's been campaigning on behalf of drivers in Perth - hit by charges after using a car park in Kinoull Street.

He's now calling on people to stand up to private firms:

Smart Parking says the majority of drivers use Kinoull Street with no problems whatsoever.

Citizens Advice Scotland says it has seen a 45% rise in the number of people seeking their help to challenge a parking issue.

Fraser Sutherland from the body has been giving Tay News advice on how to deal with firms: