RESIDENTS, businesses and more can now have their say over plans to change parking charges in Salisbury and across Wiltshire.
Wiltshire Council has today (April 9) launched a public consultation on proposed changes to charges in car parks across the county, including extending paid-for hours and introducing Sunday fees.
Part of the statutory traffic regulation order (TRO) process and running until May 5, the consultation wants views on plans which would see an average 20% increase in charges in council-run car parks – the first change in fees since 2022.
The recommendations came after a review of parking tariffs in Wiltshire to ensure they align with the council’s Local Transport Plan 4 (LTP4) and the Parking Sub‑Strategy.
The council said an increase was required as parking charges have been unchanged since 2022, despite a rise of more than 20% in the Consumer Prices Index (CPI) and increasing operational costs.
The proposed changes to parking charges in Wiltshire include:
- An average 20% rise in parking charges in 2026, followed by a further 5% rise in 2028.
- Extending parking charges operating hours to 7am to 7pm.
- Aligning Sunday charges with weekday tariffs.
- Reintroducing on‑street Sunday charging in Salisbury.
- Adjusting season ticket and permit fees in line with any tariff changes.
Cllr Martin Smith, Cabinet member for highways, said: “We are encouraging residents, businesses and community groups from across Wiltshire to share their views on these proposed changes to parking tariffs.
“Parking charges in Wiltshire have not changed since 2022, despite significant inflationary pressures during that time, so we feel that these proposals are fair and that they remain in line with charges in nearby authorities.
“This consultation is an important part of shaping a parking service that is fair, modern and aligned with the county’s long‑term transport and environmental ambitions.
“No decision has been made on this, and we really do want to hear people’s views. Please do take the time to take part in the consultation.”
To take part in the consultation, complete the online form at wiltshire.gov.uk/article/17245/TRO-Consultation-on-proposed-Changes-to-Pay-and-Display-Parking-in-Wiltshire, email trafficorderconsultations@wiltshire.gov.uk, or write to Traffic Order Team, Highways and Transport, Wiltshire Council, County Hall, Trowbridge, BA14 8JN.
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The parking charges are already to high people are going to Asda in Andover to do there shopping rather than Salisbury if you increase the charges anymore no one will want to come to Salisbury and to try and make people use the all ready bankrupt park and rides is also a con trick so don’t do it