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6 August 2006 - People
who illegally sell cars from the roadside near the Stray in
Harrogate are being warned to cease this trade or risk having the
vehicle towed away.
That's the message being sent by Harrogate Borough Council's
Cabinet Member for Planning and Transport, Councillor Don
Mackenzie. "In the past we have had occasional
car sales from the highway but the situation is getting worse and
we are receiving regular complaints from
residents. There are particular concerns about
traders using the Stray as a car showroom. These
people have no scruples about running their outfits from public
land whereas other used car sales organisations run professional
businesses in the proper way.
"Selling cars from the highway as a part of a business
operation is a nuisance that is now recognised in
law. We are working in partnership with North
Yorkshire County Council's Trading Standards, with the police and
the DVLA. In Harrogate, the favoured location
for these sales is adjacent to the Stray. We are
able to use the Stray Act to justify the towing away of
vehicles.
"The council is determined to protect the Stray and we will
take very action to do so."
FURTHER INFORMATION: Councillor Don
Mackenzie is available for comment on 01423 872211 or 07957
304109. Further technical information is
available from John Burton, Head of Transport on 01423
556606.