App-only council parking costs drivers up to 40% more in England

Drivers in England pay up to 40% more in council car parks that removed pay-and-display machines for app-only payment. Apps add 10p-30p fees on top of advertised tariffs. In Chester, two hours costs 50p plus 20p; in Harrogate, 80p plus 30p. Councils pass provider charges to motorists rather than absorbing them.