Frequently Asked Questions

What is Decriminalised Parking Enforcement (DPE)? 

Decriminalised Parking Enforcement (DPE) was introduced across the Borough of Warrington early in 2007. It transfers responsibility for parking and yellow line enforcement from the police to Warrington Borough Council. For a more detailed explanation click here.

Tell me why the DPE scheme is being used in Warrington and who benefits?

Find out why the council chose to introduce the DPE scheme

Tell me about the parking attendants

Information about the roles and responsibilities of parking attendants

What role do the police have?

Information about the roles and responsibilities of the police

What if i'm disabled?

How the DPE scheme affects you if you are a blue badge holder

Tell me about parking fines

All about parking finesincluding how to pay and how to contest your fine

Tell me how the new system affects me

Find out how you will be affected by DPE