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Pro-Mansion Tax YouTuber Gary Stevenson Steps Down from Channel

Gary Stevenson, a YouTuber with over 1.6 million subscribers on his Garys Economics channel, has announced he is quitting his channel. Stevenson is known for his strong support of taxing expensive properties and has campaigned for a 2% tax on individual wealth over £10 million, which would include high-value residential property.

Stevenson's advocacy for a new tax to address inequality has been central to his content since launching his channel in 2020. He has stated that such a tax could raise £24 billion a year for the Treasury. The Mansion Tax, officially called the High Value Council Tax Surcharge, is set to take effect in April 2028 and will apply to residential properties in England valued at £2 million or more.

Stevenson has discussed his economic views on various programmes, including Piers Morgan Uncensored and Channel 4’s How to Get Filthy Rich with Gary Stevenson. In the Channel 4 show, he described the growing wealth gap as a major issue in Britain and advocated for taxing the wealthy as a solution.

In a recent video, Stevenson announced he was stepping down from his channel, citing exhaustion and burnout. He indicated that he may consider returning in the future if his energy returns, and suggested he might explore alternative media formats such as podcasts. Stevenson also mentioned the need for broader public understanding and support for his proposals.

Letting agents and inventory clerks should note the upcoming introduction of the High Value Council Tax Surcharge in 2028, which will impact properties valued at £2 million or more in England.