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The previous punishment for idling was £20 and had not changed since its introduction in 2003.
Drivers who leave their engines running while parked may face a significantly higher fine from today, as the Welsh Government steps up efforts to tackle air pollution and protect public health.
Nation.Cymru staff Drivers in Wales who leave their engines running while parked could face fines of up to £150 from today under new Welsh Government measures aimed at tackling air pollution. From 30 September, the fixed penalty that local authorities can enforce for stationary idling will rise from £20 to between £75…