The real and often overlooked challenges caused by illegal and inconsiderate parking is the theme of a new video launched by Dn Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council, but that applies across the country. In the video, Duncan Byrne, a council staff member who uses a wheelchair, said: Ive encountered situations where a car is parked partially or fully on the path. In those situations, Ive had to backtrack to a safe place to cross where theres either a dip or a pedestrian crossing. If there isnt a dip, I have to push myself off the kerb which can mean I may fall out of the chair onto the road.The council said that the video demonstrates how blocked footpaths, obstructed access points and misuse of disabled parking bays impact people with disabilities, older residents, and parents with prams/buggies.Also featuring in the video, DLR An Cathaoirleach, Cllr Jim Gildea, said: Illegal parking isnt just a nuisance; its a barrier that prevents people from safely using our footpaths and roads. It creates real hazards for other road users, including pedestrians, wheelchair users, cyclists and motorists.We all have a responsibility to park considerately and ensure our public spaces remain accessible for everyone, he added.Frank Curran, chief executive of Dn Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council, said: By showing consideration for others and making small changes to how and where we park, we can make a big difference. Together, through education, enforcement and collaboration, we are working to make Dn LaoghaireRathdown safer and more accessible for all road and footpath users.Aoife McCoy Moran, member of the councils Disability Consultation Group, explained how vehicles parking too close to or over the hatched lines beside a disabled bay can prevent her from getting her wheelchair out of the car.