Tynemouth parking limits criticised by traders after shop closure

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Businesses say current parking restrictions deter visitors and harm trade in the village. The council says it is monitoring feedback and open to discussion.

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00:00Businesses in Tynemouth say parking restrictions are damaging trade and are calling for changes to the current system.

00:08The concerns follow the closure of an independent children's shop after 18 years, with owners blaming limited spaces and a two-hour limit.

00:17Guesthouse owner Stephen Minns says visitors can circle the village repeatedly before finding parking, sometimes far from accommodation.

00:25Other traders report similar problems for longer appointments.

00:29North Tyneside Council says balancing business, visitor and resident needs is difficult, but insists it remains open to discussions.

00:38A councillor has suggested revisiting longer-stay options used elsewhere following feedback from traders.

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