Further to the answer to question S5W-02578 by Humza Yousaf on 22 September 2016, what progress has been made in establishing the stakehold…

Transport Scotland formed the parking stakeholders working group, consisting of parking managers from all local authorities, who have met a number of times to discuss parking issues including the need for a publicity campaign regarding Disabled Persons' Parking Places. The most recent meeting was held in August this year.
The Transport (Scotland) Bill will prohibit double parking and parking on pavements and it is our intention to undertake a national publicity campaign to promote these important changes. As part of that campaign we will also be highlighting the effect that the misuse of Disabled Persons' Parking Places has on individuals who are reliant upon them to perform their everyday tasks.
We continue to support local authorities and work with stakeholders to address the issues faced by disabled drivers and passengers and are currently considering legislative changes to ensure better enforcement can be achieved.