PSNI will today hand out leaflets and talk to motorists about fixed penalty notices or car removal at their own expense when they park on the pavement

Police will be handing out leaflets warning motorists when they notice their car obstructing a footpath today.

An operation taking place today aims to make motorists aware that they may receive a fixed penalty notice or have their car removed... at their own expense.

Many motorists park on the pavement without stopping to consider the obstacle it poses for blind people, partially sighted people or vulnerable older people, according to the PSNI.

They are also asking to be made aware of problem areas when it comes to pavement parking by other people around Derry.

The PSNI have worked with charities RNIB, Guide Dogs NI and the Cedar Foundation to produce the leaflets on the topic.

"Many of us do it without thinking and without meaning to do any harm," said a PSNI spokesperson.

"We don’t stop to consider the obstacle it poses for blind people, partially sighted people or vulnerable older people.

"Foyleside and Moor Neighbourhood Team have been working with the Royal National Institute of Blind People Guide Dogs NI and the Cedar Foundation. We have put together an Operation in the City Centre tomorrow where we will be handing out these leaflets (pictured) and chatting to motorists."