I've worked as a small business owner, specifically as a therapist, in Glasgow for 25 years. Over this period, I have consistently used my vehicle to transport substantial equipment, unsuitable for public transport, which I require for my day-to-day operations.

However, the viability of my business is currently under threat due to the proposed increase in business parking permits by Glasgow City Council. The significant increase poses a substantial financial challenge which many small businesses in the area, including mine, will struggle to overcome.

Glasgow City Council's own data indicates that small businesses constitute a critical part of the city's economy (Glasgow City Council, 2019). Therefore, such an increase in parking charges undermines our contribution to Glasgow city and can have cascading negative effects on local community cohesion and economic growth.

We appeal to the Glasgow City Council to consider the strain that this proposed increase would inflict on hardworking small business owners who are an integral part of our local economy. We keenly request that they halt the planned increase in business parking permit charges. Your support to sign and share this petition would be immensely appreciated. Let's work together to protect our beloved city by supporting its small businesses.