06/06/2026
Over 1,200 signatures and growing.
Thank you to Sir Roger Gale for backing the campaign and meeting with Harry Sampson, Cllr. Chris Vinson and me today.
The message is clear: DDC’s parking plans are bad for residents, bad for businesses, bad for events and bad for communities across the district.
Higher charges, tighter restrictions and paid parking in previously free car parks are the wrong direction.
DDC needs to think again.
Sign here:
👉 https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/8V7FLsMMMn
Today I met with Cllr Daniel Friend, Harry Sampson and Cllr. Chris Vinson to discuss the progress of the petition calling on Dover District Council to rethink its parking restrictions and charges.
The petition has now received more than 1,200 signatures, which shows the strength of feeling from residents, businesses and visitors.
The concerns being raised are serious.
The three-hour limit at Guildhall Car Park in Sandwich is already causing real difficulty for local businesses, visitors and those attending events at the Guildhall. People coming into the town should be encouraged to stay, shop, eat, attend events and support the local economy, not be forced to watch the clock and rush back to their cars.
These measures are damaging trade, reducing footfall and making it harder for our towns to survive and thrive.
Parking policy should support local businesses, tourism, community events and residents. It should not create unnecessary barriers for the people who want to use and enjoy our town centres.
I am pleased to support the campaign and urge Dover District Council to listen carefully to the concerns being raised.
Please add your name to the petition and help ensure this issue is properly heard;
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/8V7FLsMMMn
