Newcastle Airport: Restrictions aim to curb 'dangerous' parking

Drivers are avoiding Newcastle International Airport's parking charges by using nearby residential streets, the local council says

Restrictions to stop "illegal, inconsiderate, and dangerous" parking near an airport are set to be imposed.

Newcastle City Council says drivers are ignoring double yellow lines in residential areas rather than use the nearby airport's paid-for facilities.

Double red lines, meaning vehicles are not permitted to stop, look set to be put in place on the B6918 Ponteland Road and Callerton Lane.

A three-week consultation will be held to gather feedback.

A report for councillors said: "The aim of this restriction is to reduce the risk of incidents caused by illegal, inconsiderate, and dangerous parking along this busy route.

"The red route system will also ensure that vehicles can move seamlessly, reducing congestion and the risk of traffic disruptions."

The only free parking available at the airport is in a short-stay facility where drivers can park for up to 15 minutes, according to the Local Democracy Reporting Service.

The car park immediately outside the terminal costs £4 to use for up to 10 minutes and £7 for 30 minutes.

The Labour-led council said the proposals follow "a number of safety concerns as well as issues raised by residents regarding disturbance caused by vehicles stopping outside their homes to drop off or pick people up, often during the night and early hours and often with engines idling".