Drivers risk fines after motorists spotted ‘flouting' key High Street rule

Yahoo

12-04-2025

DRIVERS in Stourbridge are being warned they could face fines if they fail to comply with night time restrictions around the town centre.
Dudley Council has announced it will begin enforcement action after several motorists have been found to have been 'flouting' the rules of the night time Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) that is in place on Stourbridge High Street.
The TRO restricts vehicle access to the High Street between midnight and 4.00am, with only licensed Hackney Carriage taxis permitted on the road during these hours.
However, the council has said private hire vehicles have been spotted breaking the rules, with some illegally parking and utilising taxi rank points.
Drivers found to be contravening the order or illegally parking could face a fine of £70, with private hire drivers also risking a review of their licence.
Cllr Damian Corfield, Cabinet Member for Highways and Environment, said: 'The TRO and parking restrictions are in place to help keep people safe when they are enjoying Stourbridge's night time economy.
'Unfortunately, we have had several reports of drivers ignoring the rules and this could place people at risk, especially youngsters who are out having fun.
'West Midlands Police will now be undertaking enforcement operations in the area to ensure the TRO is not being breached.
'We will also take enforcement measures around the use of parking and taxi rank bays.'
Working with West Midlands Police, Dudley Council said it is reviewing signage and markings in the area to make it clear what parking restrictions are in place.
Hackney Carriage drivers will be able to continue to use the taxi ranks on High Street.
Drivers of private hire vehicles and other privately owned vehicles instead should relocate their meet point away from the High Street, with Dudley Council suggesting other nearby locations, such as Lower High Street or Crown Lane.