COUNCILLOR SEEKS A 'HOLISTIC' APPROACH TO PROBLEM

TYNEMOUTH is in need of a fresh parking solution in the light of a closure of a Front Street business, says a councillor.

- By AUSTEN SHAKESPEARE Local Democracy Reporter

Independent Tynemouth-based children's clothes shop Children of the Revolution announced its closure late last year citing competition with Amazon, rising costs, and local parking issues. A notice outside the shop read: "The growing number of resident only and 'two-hour no return' parking zones introduced by North Tyneside Council is making it extremely challenging for village staff and the visitors to our businesses to find adequate parking."

North Tyneside Council has stated that new or amended parking is considered carefully and the impacts are continually assessed. The authority went on to say it remains open to businesses and residents to manage congestion safely.