New York City officials are advancing plans to eliminate horse-drawn carriage rides in Central Park by mid-2028, citing ongoing safety risks following a recent fatal incident involving one of the carriages. The proposed ban reflects growing public health and animal welfare debates, as well as long-standing concerns about accidents in one of the world’s busiest urban parks. Advocates argue the measure is overdue, while industry representatives and some riders have raised objections over economic and cultural impacts. The decision, still under review, could reshape tourism and transportation traditions in the city.
New York City is moving to ban horse-drawn carriage rides in Central Park by June 2028 after a fatal accident renewed safety concerns. NEW YORK — New York City is preparing to ban horse-drawn carriage ...
