Whitby residents vote in favour of restricting second home ownership
An unusual referendum vote was held in the seaside town as property prices in the area spiral.
An unusual referendum vote was held in the seaside town as property prices in the area spiral.
2,111 votes won the non-binding vote put forward by the Town Council to 157 in a low turnout of 22.72%.
Residents of Whitby are being asked if all new-build housing should be reserved for locals.