Parking (City Centres) 31. Mr. Eyre asked the Secretary of State for Transport what consultations he has had about restrictions on parking for motorists in city centres; and whether he will make a statement. 51. Mr. Michael Roberts asked the Secretary of State for Transport what consultations he has had about restrictions on parking for motorists in city centres; and whether he will make a statement. Mr. William Rodgers We have received a wide response to recent consultation documents but I am not yet ready to make a statement. 40. Mr. Ridley asked the Secretary of State for Transport if he will seek powers to permit his Department to assume responsibility for parking in city centres. Mr. William Rodgers No.