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UK Hospitality Leaders Rally Against Proposed Tourist Tax

2/13/2026

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More than 200 leaders in the UK hospitality sector urge the government to drop plans for a tourist tax on England's holidaymakers, arguing it would harm families and jobs.
The tax would enable mayors to fund infrastructure and transport, as in Scotland and Wales.
Hospitality operators say holidays would be less affordable due to existing taxes.
A government spokesperson says the aim is to empower mayors with modest charges.

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More than 200 leaders in the UK hospitality sector urge the government to drop plans for a tourist tax on England's holidaymakers, arguing it would harm families and jobs.
The tax would enable mayors to fund infrastructure and transport, as in Scotland and Wales.
Hospitality operators say holidays would be less affordable due to existing taxes.
A government spokesperson says the aim is to empower mayors with modest charges.