General · 3 August 2026

North Yorkshire petition demands council suspend tax premium

On Friday, a petition carrying 1,000 signatures was handed to North Yorkshire Council by second home owners. The group wants the local authority to suspend the 100% tax premium and refund charges. Council leader Carl Les defended the measures, stating they help tackle housing shortages for local families.

By BriefTea Editorial · 3 August 2026 at 15:55

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