View 2 Images

Drivers are facing higher charges to park in Stockport town centre as part of new proposals by the council.

The town hall has laid out plans to save £500,000 with a review of parking prices, a move which is part of its latest budget proposals.

It comes as massive regeneration work is taking place in the town centre, with new apartments being built alongside places to shop, eat, and drink.

But £19m needs to be found to balance the books overall, which has put the council in a position where it has to make savings.

A report stated: "The proposal will review the pricing structure for our town centre car parks.

"The current pricing structure across the town centre is charged by the hour up to a maximum of 12 hours.

"We will look at options to help support our growing and e

See Full Page