Summary
In North Berwick, a seaside town in Scotland, the local council's plan to install parking meters has led to vandalism. The council installed meters to charge for parking after a short free period, but vandals have caused significant damage by gluing the machines shut. This has resulted in a repair bill of around £38,000.
Key Facts
- North Berwick, a town in Scotland, is dealing with vandalism of parking meters.
- East Lothian Council installed parking meters, sparking resistance from the community.
- Vandals have used glue to damage the machines, with repairs estimated at £38,000.
- 30 out of 40 installed meters have been affected.
- The council's plan allows 45 minutes of free parking, then charges £1 for up to 75 minutes and £2 for up to 90 minutes.
- A petition with 7,000 signatures opposed the installation of these meters.
- Local residents are frustrated, fearing the meters might hurt the town's economy.
- Police Scotland is investigating the vandalism and seeks to hold the responsible parties accountable.
