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<p>Local authorities already have the powers to issue fixed penalty notices of £20
to drivers who allow their vehicle engines to run unnecessarily while the vehicle
is stationary, using powers under the Road Traffic (Vehicle Emissions) (Fixed Penalty)
(England) Regulations 2002, and are able to use signage to discourage idling. Local
authorities can also voluntarily introduce Clean Air Zones should they wish to do
so using their powers under the Transport Act 2000. Clean Air Zones can be used to
address vehicle idling.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Given these existing powers,
Defra has made no assessment of the potential merits of introducing legislative proposals
on the use of signage and fines in areas of high pollution to encourage drivers to
switch off their engines while stationary.</p><p> </p>
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