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England's Mayors to Gain Authority to Implement Tourist Tax
The government in England plans to grant mayors the authority to introduce an overnight visitor levy on tourists, which would be based on a percentage of accommodation costs. While hospitality leaders express concerns about potential job losses and increased holiday costs, government officials believe that mayors will set reasonable rates. The policy aligns with similar initiatives in Scotland and various European cities.
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The government in England plans to grant mayors the authority to introduce an overnight visitor levy on tourists, which would be based on a percentage of accommodation costs. While hospitality leaders express concerns about potential job losses and increased holiday costs, government officials believe that mayors will set reasonable rates. The policy aligns with similar initiatives in Scotland and various European cities.
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