Motorists have been warned they will face new driving bans across a major region in September, with rule breakers risking £100 fines.

It comes after East Dunbartonshire Council revealed that it will start enforcing a pavement parking ban from Monday, September 1.

The move follows the Transport (Scotland) Act 2019, which granted authorities the power to prohibit pavement parking, double parking and parking across dropped kerbs.

The law aims to improve the safety of pedestrians, particularly those with mobility issues, visual impairments, and parents or carers with pushchairs.

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Under the new measures, drivers can be slapped with a penalty of £100, although this can be reduced to £50 if paid within 14 days.

Councillor Paul Ferretti warned that the message here is clear: "Pavement parking is unsafe, unfair and illegal."

He added: "Many people face daily difficulties with pavement parking. It is dangerous and frustrating, especially for those with impairments or limited mobility and with mental health challenges."

The SNP councillor for Bishopbriggs North and Campsie stated that pavement parking has "serious consequences" and can force people to take unnecessary risks by going onto the road.

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He added: "It can force people to use wheelchairs, guide dogs or push buggies onto the road, putting their safety at risk.

"Even if you think you have left enough space, only parked two wheels on the pavement or you won’t be parked for long, pavement parking can have harmful consequences to people who use the pavement.

"By not parking on the pavement, it ensures our roads and pavements are safer and more accessible for everyone."

While the rules will impact all drivers, there will be certain exceptions to the ban that are permitted under the Act to ensure emergency services and vulnerable road users can still access help.

These include exemptions for police, ambulance, Scottish Fire and Rescue Services, HM Coastguard, or naval or air force purposes.

Roadworks, removal of traffic obstructions, waste collection by local authorities, or postal services, as well as urgent or emergency health care by registered medical practitioners, nurses, or midwives, are all exempt from fines.

Additionally, the council explained that a small number of streets in East Dunbartonshire will be exempt from the ban following a review.

The review found a total of 13 locations across East Dunbartonshire which were suitable for exemption orders to allow parking on the footway to ensure the safe passage of emergency vehicles.

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The upcoming ban follows similar moves by other Scottish regions, including East Ayrshire Council, which launched its ban this month.

To help drivers get to grips with the new regulation, the council has decided to issue warnings to drivers this month, with official fines coming in on Monday, July 7.

Councillor Jim McMahon said: "We’re hoping that by starting with a phased approach to the enforcement, we will give people some time to get used to the upcoming official enforcement measures.

"Every driver is responsible for parking their vehicle considerately, and in a position that will not cause an obstruction to the pavement or road."