Tourists in England face nightly levy on hotel and Airbnb stays under new plans
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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Airbnb category. Published on September 10, 2026 • Originally reported by Alexandra Topping Political correspondent. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Airbnb category. Published on September 10, 2026 • Originally reported by Alexandra Topping Political correspondent. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
Labelled a tourist tax, proposals would give mayors power to decide how revenue raised should be invested
Holidaymakers will face a nightly levy on hotel and Airbnb-style stays in England under plans ministers are due to outline to give mayors new powers.
The idea, labelled a tourist tax, was first raised by Keir Starmer’s government in November and is similar to a scheme running in Scotland. It would allow mayors to charge a fee to visitors staying overnight and decide how the revenue raised should be invested.
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