Rangers and Celtic 'exacerbate' parking problems in Kilmarnock as significant spike in complaints recorded

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Restrictions brought into address parking issues around Rugby Park last year have led to an increase in complaints by residents.

A mix of permanent and matchday parking restrictions were put in place in Kilmarnock last summer and have been monitored by the council throughout the season.

In a report to East Ayrshire Council's cabinet, Ayrshire Roads Alliance (ARA) stated that the scheme had 'for the most part' been effective and outlined how it intends to address the issues that have brought in more complaints.It said: "the council has received a significant increase in complaints from residents particularly from those who reside within the area known locally as the Westmoor Estate to the north of Dundonald Road."The report says that compliance with the restrictions on matchdays had been high, with emergency exit routes on Rugby Road, South Hamilton Street and Dundonald Road remaining clear.Permanent restrictions around parking at junctions was also successful, but the report explained that there continued to be issues, particularly when either Celtic or Rangers play Kilmarnock."The restrictions were designed to keep the emergency exit routes and other areas such as junctions and cul-de-sacs clear whilst still permitting parking within the general catchment area and as expected, there are still many streets within the catchment area subject to an influx of vehicles during match days. "However, it is clear there are further areas which should be considered for match day restrictions. "The situation within the Westmoor Estate appears to be particularly acute due to a significant concentration of vehicles on match days which has given rise to a marked increase in complaints received by the council.""This area is regularly