{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/67c5d757b48a8f157c1f9076/6accaf92253c13a898bceffb?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Backlash in Navan Over Town Centre Parking Charge Increase - 12/10/2026","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/67c5d757b48a8f157c1f9076/1791793593866-3401b147-5395-4c9e-a96b-cd8db55583ed.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>There’s been growing frustration among residents in Navan following the announcement of an increase in parking charges at Navan Town Centre.</p><p><br></p><p>From Monday, October 19th, motorists will be charged €2.20 per hour, prompting concerns about the rising cost of shopping locally at a time when many households are already under financial pressure.</p><p><br></p><p>The increase has sparked debate about whether higher parking charges could discourage shoppers from visiting the town centre and affect local businesses.</p><p><br></p><p>Some residents have also questioned whether the higher rate will make it more difficult for Navan to compete with other shopping destinations where parking may be cheaper or more accessible.</p><p><br></p><p>Local Aontú Councillor Eimear Tóibín joined us on The Agenda this morning \tto give her reaction to the increase and discuss what it could mean for Navan.</p>","author_name":"lmfm "}