Bring back the free half hour!
After a hard-fought victory for Tilehurst in 2012 when its Lib Dem councillors got the first half-hour free for users of the Recreation Road and Dunstall Close car parks, Reading Labour have now unilaterally SCRAPPED it on weekdays, without any consultation.
Tilehurst's Lib Dem councillors say this is a disgrace - the free half-hour is a vital lifeline for local businesses and a real boost to local residents. We demand better for Tilehurst - and we're demanding the Council restore the free half-hour.
Thank you.
Over 500 people signed our petition to restore the free 30 minute parking in Tilehurst - thank you all so much.
Your support sent a clear message that local people want fairer parking to help support our high street and community. Unfortunately, the Labour Party who run Reading Borough Council has rejected our petition and chosen to maintain the current charges. We share your disappointment in this decision, but will continue to fight for a better deal for Tilehurst.
