New Newport parking charges off - council tax rise still on
Cllr Gail Giles welcomed the decision to scrap the plan, saying outdoor access has “never been more important” due to lockdown restrictions. Proposals which will go out for consultation include a five per cent council tax rise, which equates to an increase of £59.89 per year on a band D property, or between £39.93 and £53.24 for bands A-C. A new pay and display car park is also planned at Mill Parade, opposite the Newport Transporter Bridge visitor centre. Investments of around £8 million are also proposed, including £1.8 million in schools, £1.5 million in social care, and ...