Local authorities have generated millions of pounds in extra revenue due to increased car parking rates.

Motorists will soon notice a major increase in parking fines across one UK region with councillors taking action.

A shocked driver was slapped with a £100 fine for a simple two-minute parking mistake.

A major UK airport could soon increase parking charges in a possible blow to holidaymakers hoping to head abroad this summer.

Motorists could be hit with hefty fines for stopping in a local church car park with new cameras fitted to stop non-believers.