Co Tyrone town's one-hour parking limit is 'restricting economic growth'
Fermanagh South Tyrone MLA Colm Gildernew is urging an extension of Dungannon parking limit to two hours.
Mr Gildernew presented a public petition in the Assembly, highlighting the urgent need to address parking challenges in Dungannon.
The local representative said: "Following discussions with Dungannon traders, it has become clear that the current 1-hour parking limit is not only negatively impacting local businesses and the community but is also restricting economic growth in the area.
"I am now calling on the Department and Council to work together swiftly to increase the town centre parking limit to two hours, especially as the Christmas season approaches.
"We must prioritise supporting our local economy and ensuring that Dungannon town centre is accessible to everyone.”
He added: "Increasing the parking limit will make Dungannon more welcoming and accessible to shoppers and visitors, giving local businesses the support they need during this crucial period for our business sector”.