The Department for Infrastructure said controlled parking zones continue to operate and traffic attendants take enforcement action against vehicles parking on corners.
“However the extended footway/double-yellow lines along Bedford Street was carried out as an experimental order, external which has now lapsed,” a spokeswoman said.
“Unfortunately, due to Covid and other work pressures the permanent legislation has not been taken forward.
“However, the department plans to commence the necessary procedures to have this legislation completed.”
Ulster Unionist Party (UUP) assembly member Andy Allen, who uses a wheelchair, criticised delays in tackling “inconsiderate” pavement parking.
He said “short-term convenience” for motorists parking caused “long-term inconvenience” for wheelchair users.
“Not just wheelchairs, other members of society, the elderly or infirm, and also those who have young children in prams.
“They may then have to put themselves onto the road in harm’s way.”
