OpenMarketParking
@openmarketpark.bsky.social
Channel for UK policymakers about the UK's new parking model, an Open Market, rolling out nationwide in 2025 (managed by RingGo Ltd, part of Arrive).
New research shows parking apps are leaving motorists frustrated. 😡 34.8% say the biggest issue is having to download & register for multiple apps. Others report hidden fees, confusing interfaces & forgetting which app is needed for which location. It doesn’t have to be this way. 👇
November 4, 2025 at 6:14 PM
New research shows parking apps are leaving motorists frustrated. 😡 34.8% say the biggest issue is having to download & register for multiple apps. Others report hidden fees, confusing interfaces & forgetting which app is needed for which location. It doesn’t have to be this way. 👇
The National Parking Platform (NPP) brings multiple parking apps into one system. But some councils worry this could make it harder to track sessions or resolve PCN appeals. East Suffolk experience proves the opposite. 💪
October 29, 2025 at 9:37 AM
The National Parking Platform (NPP) brings multiple parking apps into one system. But some councils worry this could make it harder to track sessions or resolve PCN appeals. East Suffolk experience proves the opposite. 💪
💡 Think the NPP will be expensive or complex to join? The pilot scheme proved the opposite – lower costs, less admin & smarter data for councils.
October 23, 2025 at 3:57 PM
💡 Think the NPP will be expensive or complex to join? The pilot scheme proved the opposite – lower costs, less admin & smarter data for councils.
🚨 Over half a million transactions in a single month. The pilot proved the Open Market works – more choice for motorists, greater efficiency for councils & a smarter way to manage parking. 🎉
October 21, 2025 at 11:18 AM
🚨 Over half a million transactions in a single month. The pilot proved the Open Market works – more choice for motorists, greater efficiency for councils & a smarter way to manage parking. 🎉
Why do we need an Open Market for parking? Because limited choice, costly tenders & outdated systems have held the sector back for too long. 🤔
October 17, 2025 at 12:17 PM
Why do we need an Open Market for parking? Because limited choice, costly tenders & outdated systems have held the sector back for too long. 🤔
The National Parking Platform is now live nationwide. Behind it is a new not-for-profit company, set up to deliver a smarter, more connected future for parking. 🌐
October 13, 2025 at 5:11 PM
The National Parking Platform is now live nationwide. Behind it is a new not-for-profit company, set up to deliver a smarter, more connected future for parking. 🌐
Confused about the difference between the Open Market & the National Parking Platform? They work hand in hand, but they’re not the same thing. 👇
October 9, 2025 at 12:20 PM
Confused about the difference between the Open Market & the National Parking Platform? They work hand in hand, but they’re not the same thing. 👇
When booking a train or a flight, we choose the app that suits us best. Parking has never worked that way – until now. For years, motorists had no say in which app they used. The National Parking Platform (NPP) is changing that. 👏
October 6, 2025 at 2:27 PM
When booking a train or a flight, we choose the app that suits us best. Parking has never worked that way – until now. For years, motorists had no say in which app they used. The National Parking Platform (NPP) is changing that. 👏
In 2023, an @lgiu-local-gov.bsky.social survey found over a third of councillors had never heard of the #NationalParkingPlatform. Awareness has grown since then, but many local authorities are still unclear on what it is, how it works & why it matters. 🤔
October 2, 2025 at 3:38 PM
In 2023, an @lgiu-local-gov.bsky.social survey found over a third of councillors had never heard of the #NationalParkingPlatform. Awareness has grown since then, but many local authorities are still unclear on what it is, how it works & why it matters. 🤔
What makes the National Parking Platform (NPP) different? It's not just another tech project- it's a not-for-profit, industry-led system built on clear rules and high standards. That's why councils, operators and motorists can trust it to deliver ✅
September 29, 2025 at 2:42 PM
What makes the National Parking Platform (NPP) different? It's not just another tech project- it's a not-for-profit, industry-led system built on clear rules and high standards. That's why councils, operators and motorists can trust it to deliver ✅
🚗 Exciting news from Buckinghamshire where @buckscouncil.bsky.social is moving to the National Parking Platform (NPP) following a successful trial in several towns, bringing more flexibility and choice to how local drivers pay for parking 🤩
August 6, 2025 at 3:19 PM
🚗 Exciting news from Buckinghamshire where @buckscouncil.bsky.social is moving to the National Parking Platform (NPP) following a successful trial in several towns, bringing more flexibility and choice to how local drivers pay for parking 🤩
Confused about what Open Market Parking actually is? 🤔
🎥 Check out this brilliant explainer from Chris Spargo to discover how Open Market Parking is changing the game for drivers & councils: www.youtube.com/watch?v=JJXE... 👀
#NationalParkingPlatform #parking #transport #OpenMarketParking
🎥 Check out this brilliant explainer from Chris Spargo to discover how Open Market Parking is changing the game for drivers & councils: www.youtube.com/watch?v=JJXE... 👀
#NationalParkingPlatform #parking #transport #OpenMarketParking
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August 1, 2025 at 12:14 PM
Confused about what Open Market Parking actually is? 🤔
🎥 Check out this brilliant explainer from Chris Spargo to discover how Open Market Parking is changing the game for drivers & councils: www.youtube.com/watch?v=JJXE... 👀
#NationalParkingPlatform #parking #transport #OpenMarketParking
🎥 Check out this brilliant explainer from Chris Spargo to discover how Open Market Parking is changing the game for drivers & councils: www.youtube.com/watch?v=JJXE... 👀
#NationalParkingPlatform #parking #transport #OpenMarketParking
📣Calling all councils and councillors… Are you curious about finding a better solution for parking in your area? Open Market Parking can solve the hassle of parking for voters and replace the lengthy tender process for councils
July 29, 2025 at 4:48 PM
📣Calling all councils and councillors… Are you curious about finding a better solution for parking in your area? Open Market Parking can solve the hassle of parking for voters and replace the lengthy tender process for councils
Will the OpenMarketParking model work? 🤔
In September 2021 @mancitycouncil.bsky.social launched the first National Parking Platform pilot, which proved successful. The scheme saw an increased usage of app-based payment solutions by 67%.🚀
In September 2021 @mancitycouncil.bsky.social launched the first National Parking Platform pilot, which proved successful. The scheme saw an increased usage of app-based payment solutions by 67%.🚀
July 28, 2025 at 2:29 PM
Will the OpenMarketParking model work? 🤔
In September 2021 @mancitycouncil.bsky.social launched the first National Parking Platform pilot, which proved successful. The scheme saw an increased usage of app-based payment solutions by 67%.🚀
In September 2021 @mancitycouncil.bsky.social launched the first National Parking Platform pilot, which proved successful. The scheme saw an increased usage of app-based payment solutions by 67%.🚀
Not ANOTHER parking app! 😡 Most motorists feel frustrated that they have to download yet another an app to pay for parking.
July 25, 2025 at 10:26 AM
Not ANOTHER parking app! 😡 Most motorists feel frustrated that they have to download yet another an app to pay for parking.
An @lgiu-local-gov.bsky.social parking survey found that only 1 in 3 councils believe the tender model to select a single parking app is either cost or time-efficient 👎
July 24, 2025 at 8:55 AM
An @lgiu-local-gov.bsky.social parking survey found that only 1 in 3 councils believe the tender model to select a single parking app is either cost or time-efficient 👎
#OpenMarketParking - created by the roll out of the #NationalParkingPlatform (NPP)- is set to make life easy for drivers. With 69% of drivers saying they feel frustrated when downloading or redownloading an app to pay for parking, it can’t come soon enough! 🚀🅿️
July 23, 2025 at 9:48 AM
#OpenMarketParking - created by the roll out of the #NationalParkingPlatform (NPP)- is set to make life easy for drivers. With 69% of drivers saying they feel frustrated when downloading or redownloading an app to pay for parking, it can’t come soon enough! 🚀🅿️
The National Parking Platform (NPP) isn’t just a theory - it’s already benefiting thousands of drivers. Pilot schemes in 10 local authorities have shown how much smoother parking can be with the NPP.
July 22, 2025 at 3:11 PM
The National Parking Platform (NPP) isn’t just a theory - it’s already benefiting thousands of drivers. Pilot schemes in 10 local authorities have shown how much smoother parking can be with the NPP.
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Curious about how the National Parking Platform works? It’s simpler than you might think. The NPP connects all major parking operators & apps into one seamless system
July 18, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Curious about how the National Parking Platform works? It’s simpler than you might think. The NPP connects all major parking operators & apps into one seamless system
Curious about how the National Parking Platform works? It’s simpler than you might think. The NPP connects all major parking operators & apps into one seamless system
July 18, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Curious about how the National Parking Platform works? It’s simpler than you might think. The NPP connects all major parking operators & apps into one seamless system
Did you know the National Parking Platform is good for the environment? Less time spent searching for parking bays means less congestion- good news for air quality and carbon emissions. Smarter parking management also means more efficient use of urban space.
June 27, 2025 at 8:18 AM
Did you know the National Parking Platform is good for the environment? Less time spent searching for parking bays means less congestion- good news for air quality and carbon emissions. Smarter parking management also means more efficient use of urban space.
Copenhagen is a great example of how the new parking model can transform city life. In the early 2000s, the city tried SMS parking, but by 2010, only 10% of revenue came from mobile payments.
June 26, 2025 at 5:07 PM
Copenhagen is a great example of how the new parking model can transform city life. In the early 2000s, the city tried SMS parking, but by 2010, only 10% of revenue came from mobile payments.
Local councils are under pressure to deliver efficient, cost-effective services. The National Parking Platform (NPP) can help by making the process of managing parking easier. How?
June 25, 2025 at 10:02 AM
Local councils are under pressure to deliver efficient, cost-effective services. The National Parking Platform (NPP) can help by making the process of managing parking easier. How?
🚗 Tired of juggling multiple parking apps just to park your car? The National Parking Platform (NPP) will bring simplicity to parking, using your preferred parking app at participating locations across the UK.
June 24, 2025 at 8:19 AM
🚗 Tired of juggling multiple parking apps just to park your car? The National Parking Platform (NPP) will bring simplicity to parking, using your preferred parking app at participating locations across the UK.
Sarah Randall has been appointed new interim CEO of the National Parking Platform. 👏 💪
June 13, 2025 at 9:43 AM
Sarah Randall has been appointed new interim CEO of the National Parking Platform. 👏 💪