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Originally Posted by gynn
Back to the thread, Hyndburn Council has got itself into a situation where, politically, anybody proposing the introduction of car parking charges is committing political suicide.
In effect, it is a hidden subsidy that the Council makes for the benefit of town centre businesses. There is nothing wrong with that, and it may be a laudable policy to have. However, it comes at a cost, which should always be included the council's accounts, and also in any list of potential budget savings, so it can fairly be judged against other Council priorities.
I think I'm right in saying that it isn't currently shown as a cost in the accounts.
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Without looking into it I couldn't say although I would suspect nothing has changed. It would be disastrous for Accrington town centre as it is one of the few advantages over neighbouring towns such as Blackburn or Burnley.
I can't say I'd be pleased if any controlling group introduced car parking charges, particularly at the moment.