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Glasgow Times
21 hours ago
- Automotive
- Glasgow Times
Update provided on parking restrictions on Renfrew street
Councillor Jamie McGuire, who represents Renfrew North and Braehead, provided the update on social media, saying constituents have "raised concerns about parking issues in and around Brown Street". Renfrewshire Council has confirmed they are reviewing the current restrictions and may include changes in an upcoming Traffic Regulation Order. READ MORE: Teen caused £125k of fire damage to luxury Glasgow flats This will go through a legal process, including a public consultation, before being decided by the Infrastructure, Land & Environment Policy Board. The process is expected to be completed by next summer at the latest. If approved, new road markings and signs will then be installed.
South Wales Argus
01-08-2025
- Automotive
- South Wales Argus
Blue Badge parking changes planned in Blaenau Gwent
Blaenau Gwent Council is proposing plans to revoke certain disabled parking spaces that are no longer in use. The affected areas include Penrhiwgarreg Road in Abertillery, Gwalia Terrace in Blaina, Gwent Way in Tredegar, and Neuadd Street in Abertillery. The council says this move aims to tackle local parking problems by freeing up spaces for residents, who will no longer need a Blue Badge to park in these areas. Meanwhile, new designated on-street parking spots for Blue Badge holders are set to be introduced. These new spaces are planned for Glyn Terrace in Tredegar and Church Street in Abertillery. The changes are part of a Traffic Regulation Order under the Road and Traffic Regulation Act 1984. The council has not yet provided a timeline for when the changes will take effect.
STV News
27-07-2025
- Business
- STV News
Portobello residents threaten legal action over parking charge plan
Residents in Portobello are threatening court action over proposals for a controlled parking zone scheme. Edinburgh City Council plans to introduce the zone from King's Road to Joppa, operating from 8.30am-5.30pm seven days a week. Residents would pay for parking permits to be able to park in or near their street and others would have to use pay and display machines. Locals say people will be put off visiting the area if the charges go ahead. Jane Grant owns art Gallery The Velvet Easel on the high street. She said: 'People who want to have a fairly low-cost day at the beach, you won't be able to. You'll have to pay for four hours and then move your car. 'I think this will certainly hit the poorest people the worst. 'Portobello is one of those areas where people don't just come to buy a loaf of bread – they come to spend the day in Portobello.' STV News Michelle Mielnik opened the Rising Tide café in February. She says business is doing well but is worried that the proposed controlled parking zone could change that. She said: 'What we are really worried about is that most of our business comes in at the weekends. We have visitors come out with Portobello. They come here because it's easy to park. 'How are we going to run a business? How are people in Portobello going to run their businesses if it's a seven-day charge? It just feels an unfair tax.' The City of Edinburgh Council's traffic regulation order sub-committee convener, councillor Margaret Graham said: 'We've received a letter from this group and will now take the time to consider its contents. 'The proposed Controlled Parking Zone (CPZ) for Portobello is intended to ease parking pressures in the area. The Traffic Regulation Order advertising period ended in late May 2025 and all objections to the proposals will be presented to a future TRO Sub-Committee. 'Members will consider all the available evidence before coming to a decision on the scheme.' Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
The Irish Sun
07-07-2025
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
New campervan and motorhome ban kicks in TODAY in tourist hotspot crackdown – rule-breakers risk having vehicle towed
A NEW campervan and motorhome ban has kicked in today in a tourist hotspot crackdown and rule-breakers risk having their vehicle towed away. It comes after months of complaints from residents about l 1 A new campervan and motorhome ban has kicked in today in a tourist hotspot crackdown and rule-breakers risk having their vehicle towed away Credit: STEVE ALLEN The details of the ban. Motorhomes and The council has introduced an experimental Traffic Regulation Order for Undercliff Road East in a bid to create car-only parking bays along both sides of the road. This will effectively Council members said that larger vehicles were "damaging the footways and limiting opportunities for residents and visitors to access the beachfront easily." Motorhomes The experimental order will be assessed throughout the summer period to determine its effectiveness and may be adjusted before it becomes permanent. The new arrangements The council have stated that the new arrangements include dedicated parking bays for disabled badge holders with a three-hour time limit "to ensure they can be used by all those who need them." Designated motorcycle parking bays will also be introduced and double yellow lines will be painted on junctions to The cars-only parking spaces will have no time limit, enabling longer stays for Most read in Motors To help drivers get used to the changes, parking on a section of Undercliff Road East has been temporarily restricted between June 30 and July 18, with the council warning that vehicles parked during this period may be towed away reports Alternative parking for larger vehicles will be available at Manor Terrace, Garrison Lane and Golf Road. I travelled Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way in vantastic motorhome Where overnight parking will be permitted for a maximum of three days with no return within seven days. Signage and larger bays will be introduced at these alternative locations to The improvement works resulted from a collaboration between Suffolk Highways, East Suffolk Council and Felixstowe Town Council to address safety concerns. The reason behind the ban Felixstowe's popularity among the However, residents have been urging the council to introduce parking restrictions, with some complaining that campervans were parked on the road for months at a time. The council explained Councillor Seamus Bennett explained that He said: "Dozens of very large vehicles park for days or weeks and effectively turn this stretch of seafront road into a free campsite, which it was never meant or equipped to be." Councillor Tim Wilson added: "Undercliff Road East is unsuitable for the high volume of large vehicles which visit during the summer months, and these layout changes will encourage these vehicles, including Councillor Paul West, Suffolk County Council Cabinet member for Operational Highways and Flooding said: "The campervans have been offered an alternative parking solution." He explained that the experimental order aims to find "a lasting solution for the residents of the town". pubs . And some suggested a 24-hour time limit might better balance competing needs.
Scottish Sun
07-07-2025
- Automotive
- Scottish Sun
New campervan and motorhome ban kicks in TODAY in tourist hotspot crackdown – rule-breakers risk having vehicle towed
New arrangements will also include dedicated parking bays for disabled badge holders with a three-hour time limit NOT VAN-TASTIC New campervan and motorhome ban kicks in TODAY in tourist hotspot crackdown – rule-breakers risk having vehicle towed Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A NEW campervan and motorhome ban has kicked in today in a tourist hotspot crackdown and rule-breakers risk having their vehicle towed away. It comes after months of complaints from residents about larger vehicles dominating the area. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 A new campervan and motorhome ban has kicked in today in a tourist hotspot crackdown and rule-breakers risk having their vehicle towed away Credit: STEVE ALLEN The details of the ban. Motorhomes and campervans owners have been warned of a new parking ban which prevents larger vehicles from accessing popular seafront roads in East Suffolk. The council has introduced an experimental Traffic Regulation Order for Undercliff Road East in a bid to create car-only parking bays along both sides of the road. This will effectively exclude campervans and motorhomes from the stretch. Council members said that larger vehicles were "damaging the footways and limiting opportunities for residents and visitors to access the beachfront easily." The experimental order will be assessed throughout the summer period to determine its effectiveness and may be adjusted before it becomes permanent. The new arrangements The council have stated that the new arrangements include dedicated parking bays for disabled badge holders with a three-hour time limit "to ensure they can be used by all those who need them." Designated motorcycle parking bays will also be introduced and double yellow lines will be painted on junctions to improve safety and visibility. The cars-only parking spaces will have no time limit, enabling longer stays for visitors to the seaside area. To help drivers get used to the changes, parking on a section of Undercliff Road East has been temporarily restricted between June 30 and July 18, with the council warning that vehicles parked during this period may be towed away reports GB News. Alternative parking for larger vehicles will be available at Manor Terrace, Garrison Lane and Golf Road. I travelled Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way in vantastic motorhome Where overnight parking will be permitted for a maximum of three days with no return within seven days. Signage and larger bays will be introduced at these alternative locations to accommodate campervans and motorhomes. The improvement works resulted from a collaboration between Suffolk Highways, East Suffolk Council and Felixstowe Town Council to address safety concerns. The reason behind the ban Felixstowe's popularity among the camping community had grown significantly due to amenities such as free tap water and public toilets. However, residents have been urging the council to introduce parking restrictions, with some complaining that campervans were parked on the road for months at a time. The council explained that larger vehicles, parking partially on pavements, was also causing obstruction issues, especially for wheelchair users and those with pushchairs. Councillor Seamus Bennett explained that overnight camping and parking of motorhomes has become excessive in the area. He said: "Dozens of very large vehicles park for days or weeks and effectively turn this stretch of seafront road into a free campsite, which it was never meant or equipped to be." Councillor Tim Wilson added: "Undercliff Road East is unsuitable for the high volume of large vehicles which visit during the summer months, and these layout changes will encourage these vehicles, including campervans and motorhomes, to find alternative parking." Councillor Paul West, Suffolk County Council Cabinet member for Operational Highways and Flooding said: "The campervans have been offered an alternative parking solution." He explained that the experimental order aims to find "a lasting solution for the residents of the town". Campervan owners had previously highlighted their contribution to the local economy through the use of shops and pubs. And some suggested a 24-hour time limit might better balance competing needs.
