Police are launching a crackdown on drivers who illegally park their cars on matchdays at Old Trafford. Trafford council and Greater Manchester Police (GMP) have joined forces with Manchester United and are targeting fans who leave their vehicles on verges, foot paths, roundabouts and other unauthorised locations near the stadium.
The authorities said culprits pose a danger to pedestrians, other road users and themselves, as well as making it difficult for emergency vehicles to attend accidents and emergencies nearby.
Over the Christmas period, the council and GMP issued 779 fines to vehicles parked illegally. Those caught face a charge of up to £70.
Coun Steve Adshead, executive member for environmental and regulatory services, said: “We don’t tolerate indiscriminate parking in our borough and we certainly won’t let it happen around Old Trafford on matchdays. “The vast majority of fans who drive to the game park sensibly and legally.
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