City council confirms free parking is still available in short stay car parks

Plymouth City Council has confirmed that free parking will not be impacted by the installation of new parking terminals in short-stay district car parks, contrary to rumours on social media.

New terminals are being installed in short-stay district car parks to help ensure that free spaces continue to be available for shoppers and support local businesses. The new terminals are in response to concerns that some people are overstaying their ‘free time’ allocation and in some cases staying all day. The terminals will simply ensure that people check-in when they arrive and leave at their allotted time. This will ensure a regular turnover of spaces.