00:00Residents and businesses in Whitley Bay have criticised plans to introduce parking charges
00:07at two town centre car parks. North Tyneside Council is consulting on proposals for Playhouse
00:12and Park Road, where pay and display parking from 9 in the morning until 6 in the evening
00:18would cost at least £1.20. Some locals say the fees could reduce visitors and harm small businesses.
00:24The council said tickets would be valid across other car parks and free short-term parking would
00:30remain for school drop-offs with blue badge holders exempt. Feedback from residents, businesses and
00:36the Chamber of Trade will guide final decisions. No decisions yet been made on the proposals.
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