York, UK, a city steeped in centuries of history, welcomes millions of tourists each year. Hosting such a high number of visitors takes a toll on the city's infrastructure and natural environment. While we treasure our global guests, it is crucial to address the impacts of tourism on our city. A tourism tax--a small fee paid by overnight visitors--can offset these impacts. Countries like parts of England,Italy, France, and Japan have successfully implemented such measures.

According to the World Travel and Tourism Council, the tourism sector contributed £68.9 billion to the UK's GDP in 2018. If a modest tourism tax was implemented, a fraction of this revenue could significantly support York's need for improving our parks for our future generations 

This is not about penalising tourists, but rather about ensuring the long-term sustainability of our city. Let's ensure our beloved York remains a vibrant destination for generations of visitors to come. Please sign this petition to voice your support for the implementation of a tourism tax in York, UK.