CARERS will have their parking permits paid for “forever” in a bid to thank frontline staff for efforts during the pandemic. Previously, staff had to pay for permits so they could park outside the homes of people they are caring for. But now, after “years of injustice” and to honour their hard work during the pandemic, council bosses will fork out £1,000 a year to cover permits. Kerry Smith, deputy leader of Basildon Council, pressed for changes after the hospice looked after his mum, councillor Imelda Clancy, before she died in January. He said: “They allowed mum to stay at home with dignity and be comfortable.
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