A new plan proposed by Green councillor Matthew Thompson would triple parking fees for SUVs and "luxury trucks" in the City of Sydney. Currently, it costs $8.20 per hour to park, but under the proposal, owners of these larger vehicles would pay $24.60 each hour. The motion was voted down by the council, but Greens members are expected to return with a revised proposal.

Residents in Hadleigh, Suffolk are frustrated with drivers parking outside their homes to avoid paying new car parking charges. The introduction of fees in five car parks in January has led to a "nightmare" situation where residents can't find spaces outside their own homes. Bus driver Dawn Carter said it's an "absolute nightmare" and described the area as a "free-for-all". Others, like David Burrows, 61, said they are having to use paid spaces or drive around to find somewhere to park overnight.

Medical professionals and union representatives protested planned changes to parking at two hospitals, which will introduce automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) payment systems. The protesters argue that the new system will lead to unnecessary fines for staff and patients due to a lack of car parking spaces. Staff claim they are forced to work late because of long wait times for parking and that the new system will penalize them for coming in during night shifts, potentially even taking them to court.

Parking charges at hospitals in Shropshire have increased by over 50% for visitors and patients staying up to two hours, with a new fee of £5.50 introduced. The increase affects Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, Princess Royal Hospital in Telford, and William Farr House, but blue badge holders and certain patients will remain exempt. The rise is attributed to rising costs and essential upgrades, with any excess funds invested in frontline services and alternative schemes such as the free park and ride scheme.