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Businesses react to parking charge increase


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Published in Business and Finance on Saturday, May 31st 2025 at 6:20 GMT by BBC   Print publication without navigation

  • The council says the increase is due to financial pressures.

The article from Yahoo News discusses the reaction of businesses in a town to a proposed increase in parking charges. The local council plans to raise parking fees to generate more revenue, which has sparked concerns among business owners who fear that higher parking costs will deter customers and negatively impact their sales. Some business owners have started a petition against the increase, arguing that it could lead to the closure of small businesses already struggling with economic recovery. The council, however, believes the increase is necessary to fund essential services and infrastructure improvements, and they are considering offering some concessions, such as discounted rates for short stays, to mitigate the impact on local commerce.

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