Malmesbury Parents Warned Over School Parking as Patrols Increase

Police Issue Parking Warning to Parents at Malmesbury Schools

Malmesbury Parents Warned Over School Parking Problems Parents and carers have been warned to park responsibly around schools in Malmesbury following concerns from local residents about parking during school drop-off and collection times. Police Community Support Officer Evans carried out patrols at Malmesbury School in Corn Gastons after householders raised concerns about parking in the area. Parents and carers have been asked to park sensibly during the busy school-run periods, with police reminding drivers that yellow lines remain enforceable. School buses and pedestrians affected Malmesbury Police said the parking restrictions are particularly important because school buses need sufficient room to turn after coming off the roundabout near the school. Keeping the area clear also provides students with space to cross the road safely, according to the local neighbourhood policing team. The warning comes as parking enforcement activity has also been taking place elsewhere around Malmesbury. Wiltshire Council officers patrol St Joseph's Wiltshire Council's parking enforcement team was in Holloway near St Joseph's School & Nursery on Wednesday 23 September, monitoring parking issues in the area. The council officers were working alongside local police following concerns about parking around the schools. The activity highlights how school-run parking can create problems when vehicles stop on restrictions or in locations needed by buses and pedestrians. For parents driving children to school, checking nearby restrictions before stopping is particularly important during busy drop-off and pick-up periods. Yellow lines and other restrictions should not be treated as temporary school-run parking spaces simply because drivers are only stopping for a short period. Planning where to park before arriving can also help parents avoid having to stop close to the school entrance when the surrounding roads are congested. EveryonesParking can help drivers find parking options before travelling, which can be useful around schools and other busy destinations where spaces are limited at peak times. The latest patrols do not introduce a new parking restriction, but show that existing restrictions are being monitored following concerns from residents and the local community. Parents and carers using the Malmesbury school area should therefore continue to follow the parking signs and allow sufficient room for school buses and pedestrians.