One election promise delivered

From 1 August, one hour’s free parking is available from Pay & Display machines in the borough. It is not available at council car parks yet.
Before the last council elections, Conservatives promised one-hour free parking, both on the street and at the council public car parks.
However, after acquiring the council administration though they kept the promise of one hour’s free parking across high streets but have deferred free parking at the car parks, subject to the outcome of a feasibility study.
When enquired about one-hour free parking at the council public car parks, leader of the Council, Cllr Paul Osborn assured it is coming by the end of this year.
“While the software change at the street parking meters is easy, technical changes at the  council public car parks need more time” Cllr Osborn explained.
While neighbouring boroughs are reducing their free parking time for residents, Harrow has  extended it from 20 minutes to 1 hour.
The hour-long free parking will give people more time in their local shops, restaurants and cafés without worrying about parking costs.