In October, Dudley Council plans to introduce parking charges, impacting local traders.

Dudley Council plans to introduce parking charges in October, with the first two hours costing £2 and longer periods increasing existing fees. The council's Environment and Regeneration Committee report predicts a 50% drop in free tickets and 40% less take-up of longer tickets, sparking concerns for local traders. New MP Cat Eccles and others have urged the council to reconsider the decision.