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York and North Yorkshire Map Next Steps for £2 Visitor Levy as National Consultation Closes

The plan hinges on a government decision that follows the now-completed national review of visitor levy powers.

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Dwayne Fields expressed concern that the cost of scout camps could rise

Overview

  • The York and North Yorkshire Policy Lab estimates a £2 per person, per night charge could raise up to £52 million a year.
  • With the UK Government’s consultation now closed, any local levy would proceed only if ministers grant the necessary powers.
  • Mayor David Skaith says he has held more than 100 meetings with tourism and hospitality businesses in Skipton, Harrogate, Scarborough and York.
  • Technical work is exploring flat-rate versus percentage models and potential exemptions, including for residents, before any region-wide public consultation.
  • Industry response is split, with Harrogate’s largest hotels voting down a separate £2 ABID proposal as others warn about costs and urge ringfencing and equal application to unregistered lets, while a council survey reported 71% opposition.