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Radical Tow-Away Blitz Demanded to Clear Dangerous Road Blocking in the Fells

Radical Tow-Away Blitz Demanded to Clear Dangerous Road Blocking in the Fells

18 June 2026

A prominent Dales councillor has warned that emergency services face being completely blocked from reaching fells tragedies unless police begin towing away illegally parked tourist cars

A fierce public safety debate has erupted at county hall regarding dangerous visitor parking across National Park honeypot villages. Councillor David Staveley has formally issued a stark warning to police commands, stating that irresponsible motorists are routinely gridlocking narrow country lanes, completely trapping wide agricultural tractors and—crucially—blocking emergency fire engines and ambulances. Councillor Staveley has robustly demanded that police forces implement an immediate, zero-tolerance tow-away policy for any vehicle obstructing rural transport corridors, arguing that public safety must take precedence over tourism convenience.


Source: Craven Herald