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flag North Yorkshire parking fees rise 10% April 1, adding Sunday/evening charges and second-permit fees to fund upgrades, sparking criticism as a “stealth tax.”

flag Parking fees in North Yorkshire, including Craven and York, are set to rise by 10% starting April 1, with new charges for Sunday and evening parking in previously free zones and fees for second residential permits. flag The changes, part of a county-wide effort to standardize a system previously managed by seven councils, aim to generate over £3.5 million annually to fund £2.4 million in car park upgrades, including new ticketless payment systems and LED lighting. flag While blue badge holders will retain free parking, critics, including Liberal Democrat councillor Matt Walker, call the increases a “stealth tax,” warning they harm local businesses and undermine consultation. flag A public consultation on York’s proposed parking changes closes February 27.

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