Pull the other one!

I always find it satisfactory when a mask slips and you catch a glimpse of what you always suspected was hidden behind it.  My local council has always put it about that the parking charges they impose are for the necessary regulation and upkeep of the parking facilities they provide, and not a money-making exercise.  Well, recently one of the major supermarkets has opened a "superstore" in a local town centre with free parking for all, and the council is screaming blue murder because, not unnaturally, motorists are choosing to park there rather than in the council carparks.  There's talk of them taking legal action to force the supermarket to change its policy.  So then - not a money-making exercise?  Sounds of hollow laughter!