Labour had promoted local Parks Tax in Parliament

18 Nov 2016

Despite denials, this is what Newcastle Labour's Cabinet Member responsible for parks said in evidence to the House of Commons : Residents who live close to a well maintained parks benefit from quality green space on their doorstep and increased property prices. A local tax could be targeted at these beneficiaries and the income earmarked to local parks to fund maintenance.

Full testimony here :

http://data.parliament.uk/writtenevidence/committeeevidence.svc/evidencedocument/communities-and-local-government-committee/parks/written/39528.html

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