By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cash-strapped Cheshire East Council’s new £11 million multi-storey car park has cost the authority approximately £87,000 to operate – and brought in just £17,244 in parking income in its first six months.
In October, it was revealed the 395-space car park was bringing in just £75 a day in terms of income for the council.
Finding a comfortable and affordable place to live can be a challenge, especially for renters in today’s competitive market.
While charming towns like Nantwich offer a unique blend of history and modern amenities, navigating rental costs requires a well-defined budget.
Whether it’s a new car, home renovations or that dream holiday, big purchases can put a serious dent in your finances.
With some savvy planning and discipline, however, you can make that next major spend much more manageable.
As the quest for financial independence becomes ever more prevalent in the discourse of modern economics, the investor’s playbook is evolving.
No longer is it just about ‘playing it safe’—it’s about being astute, informed, and sometimes daring.
By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Parking charges look set to be reviewed across Cheshire East as the council struggles to balance its books because of soaring inflation costs.
Plans to introduce pay and display in towns such as Middlewich, Sandbach and Alsager – which currently offer free parking – were scuppered last year when the highways committee voted against the plan.
By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Car parking income in Cheshire East was down by more than £3 million last year compared to the previous year because of the pandemic.
Cheshire East suspended parking charges between March 27 and June 15 last year because of Covid-19.
While some would argue today’s world is far too commercialised, many households continue to struggle to make ends meet on a weekly or monthly basis.
Many economists believe that the challenges posed by sluggish real wage growth and rising inflation will also be exacerbated by the coronavirus.
By Ethan Davies, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council is set for a £50 million loss due to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, its latest predictions reveal.
At September’s council cabinet meeting, officials estimated the authority would lose roughly £50 million of income due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Today, just about anyone who wants to set up an online business can do so.
That doesn’t mean every business will be a resounding success — but even a personal blog can generate a little bit of spare income, done properly.
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