Grantham Ghost Town: Will a parking charge hike dig a deeper hole?

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Grantham Ghost Town: Will a parking charge hike dig a deeper hole?
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A recent report found inconsistencies in parking charges across South Kesteven, but with Grantham footfall and shops struggling, does increasing parking charges add an extra shade of grey to the outlook? | Photo: Ellis Karran

Grantham is caught in a classic “chicken and egg” scenario, grappling with dwindling footfall and a shrinking number of shops, as highlighted by a local councillor. Amidst this retail conundrum, there’s growing concern among local businesses that proposed hikes in parking fees could exacerbate the town’s challenges.

Recently, South Kesteven District Council green-lit a rise in parking tariffs for Stamford and Grantham’s pay-and-display car parks, a decision that has sparked debate among the community. The new charges include a £2 fee for overnight parking, a £3 levy on Sundays and Bank Holidays, and a shift making Conduit Lane a short-stay zone.

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