Council car parks free for another week
Test Valley Borough Council’s (TVBC) car parks will remain free for an extra week after the national lockdown has lifted, in a bid to support shoppers and local businesses.
Parking charges will resume on Thursday 10 December, giving an additional seven days for people to pop into town and shop locally completely free of charge.
Portfolio holder for transport and deputy leader, councillor Nick Adams-King, said: “It’s more important than ever before that we support our local retailers and town centres, which is why we are offering an extra seven days’ parking completely free of charge. And even after we reinstate the parking charges, it’s just £1 for two hours. So why not take the opportunity to enjoy a wander around town, grab a drink and treat yourself and your loved ones to some of the many fantastic gifts and goodies on offer.”
The authority suspended the charges in all its car parks on 5 November to coincide with the start of the second national lockdown. The authority removed the charges to support those heading out to collect supplies for themselves and others and to provide additional parking for those living in and around the town centres who were confined to their homes.
Parking will remain free after 4pm Monday to Saturday as well as all day on Sundays and bank holidays. People can also make the most of the year-round free parking periods at Romsey Rapids and Shepherds Spring Lane in Andover. Further information can be found at www.testvalley.gov.uk
The free parking applies to TVBC-owned car parks.