Motorhome and campervan bans spark major backlash as 'knee-jerk' rules impact tourism

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Motorhome and campervan parking restrictions across parts of the UK are facing growing criticism, with campaigners warning that blanket bans could damage coastal tourism and simply push vehicles into less suitable areas.

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Local authorities, including councils in North Yorkshire, have introduced or made permanent restrictions on overnight motorhome parking in some seaside locations following complaints from residents about littering, congestion and inappropriate waste disposal.But Donald McDonald, Founder and President of CAMpRA (Campaign for Real Aires), warned that banning motorhomes outright often fails to solve the underlying problem.

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Speaking to GB News, he explained that councils are under increasing pressure from residents but warned that the "knee-jerk reaction from a lot of local people for a lot of things is 'ban it, ban it'".

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TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say He added that displacement is a key issue when restrictions are introduced in one location.

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