A NEW pedestrian crossing on Petworth Road looks set to get the go-ahead, but it will mean the loss of two free parking spaces.

Surrey County Council has formally advertised plans for a zebra crossing around the corner from the High Street, where there is a bus stop at present.

However it would mean moving the bus stop further east, to the lay-by where cars can currently park for up to one hour. The scheme will cost about £60,000.

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