article_snippet.sent: It is hardly surprising that parking costs infuriate drivers as the fines are often extortionate compared to the price of a ticket.
article_snippet.sent: Parking charges and fines made councils in England a record £667million last year, according to figures from the RAC Foundation – up 12 per cent on the previous year.
article_snippet.sent: Renewing a passport was made £5 cheaper to £72.50 in 2012, but it is still a hefty sum that stands in the way of a foreign holiday.
highlights_snippet.sent: Parking charges and fines made councils in England  
highlights_snippet.sent: £667million last year .