Essex County Council is set to increase parking fees at its parks to address inflation while maintaining service quality. Fees for up to one hour will rise to £3, with slight increases across other durations but all-day parking unaffected. An explorer pass price for seniors will remain unchanged, following a recent increase. The council aims to generate an additional £39,500 in revenue to cover inflationary pressures, as their budget for 2025/26 reflects a decrease to £595,000. The adjustment in fees is vital for sustainable service without excessive costs to the council.
The proposed fees and charges for 2025/26 have been prepared with an aim of generating additional income to contain inflationary pressures across the country parks service.
It is important that an adjustment of fees is now made to reflect the current rate of inflation, ensuring the service continues at its current standard.
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