The problem I see Lex, is that without the tourist trade Stratford is b*ggered. If this puts people off (and there is no evidence either way) the town could suffer heavily.

I can't remember the last time I visited Stratford, but it must be over 10 years ago. Driving then was a nightmare so I can only imagine what it is now.

But gridlock is now a problem for most towns and cities. I think we need a sensible centralised policy to tackle it. Of course, that we're over-populated and packed in like sardines are the elephants in the room that nobody wants to talk about.

I like the idea; maybe it'll put people off & help ease Stratford's permanent gridlock: http://www.stratford-herald.com/98103-thumbs-tourist-tax-stratford.html