'Hopeless' South West seaside town where second homes are taking over and locals rely on foodbanks Thursday, July 24, 2025 stives cornwall seaside foodbank poverty secondhomes housing tourism affordability community St Ives, heralded as the quintessential Cornish seaside town, is famed for its picture-perfect harbour, crystal-clear waters, and vibrant tourist scene. Yet beneath the postcard charm lies a community grappling with hardship. … Read More
South West Coastal Town Faces Backlash Over New 'Tourist Tax' Impacting Tourism Monday, May 19, 2025 salcombe tourism parking secondhomes southhams business residents economy council tax Residents and business owners in Salcombe, affectionately known as ‘Chelsea-on-Sea,’ are growing increasingly concerned over recent measures by South Hams District Council that seem to target tourism—and threaten … Read More