Seafront parking charges plan to be reversed

PARKING along Aberavon's seafront will be free again following major backlash from residents.

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The decision to revert to free parking was made by Neath Port Talbot Council after continued opposition from members of the public to the charges that were introduced at the Princess Margaret Way laybys along Aberavon beach earlier this year.

Many residents had said they felt the charges were not affordable and could eventually cause parking pressures in other parts of the town as well as reducing the number of visitors who come to the popular beachfront.

They also caused frustrations for many users due to the lack of cash payment options in the area with payment accessed through an app or phone-based systems.