Overview

• BCP council has outlined plans to install parking meters within 0.6 miles of the seafront, offering residents annual permits for £70.
• Officials say the move targets “Wild West” parking by tourists on pavements, grass verges, and roundabouts.
• Mayor George Farquhar joined residents in calling the proposal hypocritical, saying it would not deter illegal parking after the sale of two seafront car parks.
• Councillors argue that permit revenue will underwrite additional tow trucks and enforcement following over 1,000 tickets issued last weekend.
• The proposal is currently open to public consultation before councillors make a final decision on its rollout.