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Dear Residents, Following recent and various reports regarding parking issues on Barring Road. We kindly remind all residents to consider the following- Park with consideration to residents – do not block or overlap driveways.Do not park on the corners of junctions as you reduce views making it awkward for vehicles to safely turn into or out of a street.Do not stop on or park across pedestrian crossings or school zig-zag markings Do not drive along pavements when the road is blocked – be patient and wait for traffic to clear.On congested routes plan-ahead and do not proceed unless there is a clear space to use to give way to oncoming traffic or to allow traffic to give way to you.If possible; join with other parents and share journeys to reduce the number of vehicles used and/or avoid congested routes. Be aware that children do not easily judge the speed of traffic and may step out into the road. 30mph is a limit, not a target and much slower speeds are often required to negotiate busy roads safely. Pedestrians, especially with young children, should use the side of the road with the widest pathway and wherever possible protected from flowing traffic by barriers or parked cars.Turn off your engine when parked – engines left idling contribute to air pollution. Behave in a manner than is respectful towards others – including pedestrians and other residents. Despite the number of complaints, we know that most people do want to do the right thing and drive safely and responsibly Thank you for your cooperation Northampton Neighbourhood Policing Team | 
