By John Smith • Published: 21 Jul 2020 • 11:35 • <1 minute read
Free parking for shoppers Credit: Marbella Council
ANXIOUS to ensure that Marbella business establishments are inviting to shoppers, the local council in collaboration with the Association of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (Apymem) are giving visitors one hour of free parking.
So far seven car parks in the centre of Marbella have agreed to join this scheme which is due to last until October and more owners of car parks are being encouraged to join.
For many, one hour will not be enough time, but from the car parks point of view, if the free parking encourages greater use, then overall business will increase for all.
It is argued that there will be a saving in emissions as fewer cars will drive around looking for above ground parking even though, the Council did reinstate the blue pay zones when the city came out of lockdown.
In due course a leaflet will be issued giving details of all the car parks involved and how to qualify for the free parking.
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Married to Ophelia in Gibraltar in 1978, John has spent much of his life travelling on security print and minting business and visited every continent except Antarctica. Having retired several years ago, the couple moved to their house in Estepona and John became a regular news writer for the EWN Media Group taking particular interest in Finance, Gibraltar and Costa del Sol Social Scene. Currently he is acting as Editorial Consultant for the paper helping to shape its future development. Share your story with us by emailing newsdesk@euroweeklynews.com, by calling +34 951 38 61 61 or by messaging our Facebook page www.facebook.com/EuroWeeklyNews
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