# York and North Yorkshire regional development initiatives

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/york-and-north-yorkshire-regional-development-initiatives
> Updated: 2026-09-07T03:40:30.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Mayor David Skaith has initiated several strategic developments for York and North Yorkshire focused on infrastructure and regional funding.

In late August 2026, the Mayor launched a 10-week public consultation to establish the region’s first Local Transport Plan (LTP). The plan seeks to improve bus stops, rail connectivity, road surfaces, and cycle paths to create a more sustainable network. The initiative follows observations regarding funding disparities, noting that transport spending per capita in Yorkshire and the Humber is significantly lower than in London.

Following this, a report commissioned by the Mayor proposed a flat £1 per night visitor levy. This measure aims to generate approximately £26 million annually to be reinvested into local hospitality, tourism, and infrastructure. The proposal suggests using a digital platform for management and notes that similar levies in other cities have not hindered visitor growth.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-07: York and North Yorkshire visitor levy proposal

A report commissioned by the Mayor of York and North Yorkshire proposes a £1 per night visitor levy to raise £26 million for local tourism and infrastructure.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/york-and-north-yorkshire-visitor-levy-proposal

### 2026-08-26: York and North Yorkshire Mayor launches transport consultation

Mayor David Skaith has launched a 10-week consultation for York and North Yorkshire’s first Local Transport Plan, focusing on safer, greener, and more reliable infrastructure.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/york-and-north-yorkshire-mayor-launches-transport-consultation

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