We are concerned by the assertion that there will be 'no *net* loss of public car parking to the south of the Central Area'. Given the plans to build 200+ spaces at Southend Museum, this could allow for spaces to be lost in the southern part of the town centre, which this plan acknowledges as the busiest parking area. Parking spaces on the seafront and parking spaces in the southern town centre do not have an interchangeable use, and any loss of parking in the southern part of the town centre could result in the High Street being less competitive versus other town centres/out of town locations. Furthermore, museum parking should be primarily for those visiting the museum, and it is unlikely that people will park on the seafront and then walk up to the town centre & carry shopping back etc.