Penwith: 'Locals only' parking space planSecond home owners in Cornwall could have their reserved parking spaces taken away from them. Members of Penwith District Council are expected to adopt a new policy for the town of St Ives. About 30% of the existing residential and business parking provisions in St Ives are held by second home owners. It means many spaces are left vacant for long periods of time resulting in numerous complaints from local people. The council is proposing that to qualify for a space, residents must live permanently in the town for more than six months a year. For a business space, drivers must operate within the catchment area and live within Penwith. Motorists who do not display a parking permit could face a fine of £100. If approved, the policy is likely to be enforced at the beginning of April. |
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Curfew 'successful' before launch Warning after meningitis cluster Parents are told to be vigilant after a small cluster of bacterial meningitis in a Cornish town. Fishermen airlifted out of raft A couple of fishermen had to be airlifted to safety from their life raft after their boat sank off the Cornish coast. Appeal after body discovered Police appeal to dog walkers after a woman's body is found at the bottom of cliffs in south east Cornwall. Hotel fire charges could be made Officials decide if charges will be made in connection with the fatal Penahllow Hotel fire in Newquay. 'Best' beaches are in South West Torquay and St Ives top a poll of home-grown holiday hotspots chosen by Britons holidaying at home. Eco-towns proposal 'not unlawful' The government's strategy for up to 10 eco-towns, including one near St Austell, could be "unlawful", councils warn. Heartlands plans for Pool go on show Members of the public will soon have the chance to see the latest exciting plans for the innovative Pool village scheme. |