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Daniel Jaines

Local Democracy Reporter

Daniel Jaines has been working as a journalist in Lincolnshire for over a decade. He joined Stonebow Media in 2018 as a Local Democracy Reporter, covering local authorities across Greater Lincolnshire for the BBC Local News Partnerships scheme.

December 12, 2023 2.02 pm This story is over 15 months old

Councillor Rob Parker. Picture: Calvin Robinson

Long-standing former Lincoln Labour councillor Rob Parker has died, sparking tributes from councillors and colleagues.

Councillor Parker reportedly passed away on Monday at the age of 76. He had stepped down from council life in August following a period of ill health. Councillor Parker had a distinguished political career, representing Lincoln’s Carholme division for over 35 years.

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December 11, 2023 4.30 pm This story is over 15 months old

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Parking fines brought in nearly £1.5 million for Lincolnshire County Council last year, creating a £16,000 profit for the authority – but officers are warning leaders of rising costs.

The latest figures, presented in a report before the Lincolnshire County Council Highways Committee on Monday, mark the first time in three years the authority has seen a surplus from parking fines. The report notes that while Lincolnshire County Council’s parking enforcement strategy has proven financially viable, the rising costs pose a challenge.

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