ABOUT four or years ago I was on holiday in South Devon.

On-street parking was not easy due to the terrain and road layouts.

Car parks were available for longer- stay visitors but spaces were limited. As a casual visitor to the area I felt the local councils had found a good compromise, usually by meters offering 15- or 20-minute slots at around 20-40p.

The result seemed to be a steady availability of spaces as the previous occupier would vacate having had time to do their shopping, banking or whatever.

Surely this scheme has much going for it?

Gerry Beauchamp, Rowan Drive Highcliffe