Blue Badge holders can park for free in East Dunbartonshire town centre car parks - even where there are charges in place for others.
That's the message from the Council's Convener of Development and Regeneration, who is urging people to support their town centres and shop locally.
Traffic Regulation Order changes mean Blue Badge holders are exempt from displaying a ticket or paying charges in Council car parks - as long as the Blue Badge is prominently displayed.
Charges were previously introduced in seven car parks in Bearsden, Kirkintilloch and Milngavie last July.
However, following monitoring of the new charges, elected members decided that Blue Badge holders should be exempt.
Councillor Alan Moir, Convener of Development and Regeneration, said, "This is great news for Blue Badge holders - giving them the opportunity to park in our car parks for free, regardless of whether it is in a disabled bay or not.
"Please remember, even in car parks where charges are applicable, the first two hours of parking are free for everyone.
"I hope as many people as possible take advantage of the free parking and support their town centre. There's a full range of shops, businesses and hostelries available.
"I am pleased that charging within selected car parks has increased the availability of short-stay parking spaces in our town centres - improving the turnover of parking spaces and supporting access to businesses and amenities."
- Charges apply for non-Blue Badge holders in seven Council car parks, with 21 car parks remaining free to park all day, every day.
- The first two hours are free, with a sliding scale thereafter, up to a maximum of £5: 0-2 hours - free; 2-3 hours - £1; 3-4 hours - £2; and over 4 hours - £5. There is no charging in the evenings or at weekends.
- Please note, if you are not displaying a Blue Badge, you must obtain a ticket from one of the machines and display it - even if you plan to park for less than two hours - or you are liable to be issued a Penalty Charge Notice.
- For more information, visit the parking page
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