Decision

The Cabinet has decided to increase and implement parking charging tariffs in the council's car parks from 1 October 2025.

Analysis

outcome: The parking charges will be increased and implemented from 1 October 2025.

summary: The decision at stake is the implementation of parking charging tariffs in the UK council's car parks.

topline: The Cabinet has decided to increase and implement parking charging tariffs in the council's car parks from 1 October 2025.

reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it directly affects residents, visitors, and businesses who use the council's car parks.

affected_stakeholders: ["Residents", "Visitors", "Businesses"]

contentiousness_score: 6

political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.

URL: https://democracy.tunbridgewells.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=3042

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome:

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Purpose: Review Parking Charging Tariffs to be implemented from 1 October 2025.

Content: Review Parking Charging Tariffs to be implemented from 1 October 2025. RESOLVED –   That the parking charges set out within the report and appendices and delegated authority be given to the S151 Officer to make any necessary amendments be approved.   That the price increases be implemented on 1 October 2025 be approved.   REASON FOR DECISION:  To provide the necessary funding to finance major investment in the Council’s car parks.  

Date of Decision: July 24, 2025