Revised proposals for the future of council cark parks in Monmouthshire are to be discussed at Monmouthshire County Council (MCC) Economy and Development Committee on 14th July. The proposals include the introduction of free parking after 4pm in Abergavenny, free parking options for Chepstow and greater flexibility in how payment is made as well as the introduction of short and long stay parking rates. A controversial charge for disabled drivers who hold a Blue Badge is also up for discussion, with a proposal to allow extra time for holders on their payment. The proposals will move on to Cabinet for final consideration and decision once the committee have ratified the updated suggestions. Cllr Phyl Hobson, Cabinet Member with responsibility for car parks said: "It is with a heavy heart that charging Blue Badge holders is also being proposed. This has become more common place and we are also proposing to provide extra time for them for example, payment for a two hour ticket will actually offer the blue badge holder three hours parking. There are 30 recommendations in total so these are just the 'headlines'. We recognise that car parking is an emotive subject and we cannot satisfy all demands. But we have listened to feedback and have tried to restructure the service to meet needs in individual towns rather than a 'one size fits all' approach.