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14
Dec 2022
Knaresborough business criticises electric vehicle parking 'madness'
A Knaresborough businesswoman has described as "madness" a decision to close 20 parking spaces in the run-up to Christmas.
Harrogate Borough Council has allocated 10 parking bays in Chapel Street car park and 10 at Conyngham Hall for electric vehicles only. But the bays are currently sealed off, meaning no vehicles can use them.
The loss of spaces in a town where it is notoriously difficult to park has angered traders, particularly as it has occurred in the busy run-up to Christmas.
Kelly Teggin, who owns Kelly Teggin Hair and Beauty in Castlegate, said yesterday:
Chapel Street car park in Knaresborough
One of Ms Teggin's customers, called Lynn, described the situation as "ludicrous". She added:
Ms Teggin's father, Steve Teggin, a businessman and former president of Knaresborough Chamber of Trade, said:
100 charging bays being installed
A council spokesperson said:
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