Friday, September 08, 2006

Whickham Car Parking Survey

LIBERAL Democrat councillors representing Whickham North have carried out a survey of residents of the Grange Estate about plans by Gateshead Council to introduce charges for parking in Whickham Village’s car parks.

Councillors Chris Ord, Mary Wallace and Peter Craig asked residents of the Grange Estate, most of which comes within their ward, about the planned charges so they could get a bigger picture of the possible impact on Whickham.

“We are concerned about the loss of business,” said Councillor Chris Ord. “The nearby Metrocentre has free parking and there is a danger that many people will shop there instead of in Whickham.

“Whilst parking charges have a role to play, the council should take into account the impact as well.”

Responses to the survey are being studied by local councillors and residents are urged to send in their views if they have not yet replied.

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