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London is considering whether to introduce a new system tourist tax Intended for hotel guests.
Mayor Sadiq Khan is reportedly considering imposing a tax on guests for hotel stays and short-term rentals.
“The mayor has said it clearly. [about considering] As in other international cities, the tourist tax is modest,” a spokesperson for the Mayor of London told the Local Democracy Press.
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The spokesperson added that such a tax “would amount to an increase in taxes.” [the] It will help grow the economy and cement London’s reputation as a global tourism and business destination. ”
London remains a popular tourist destination, with around 21 million tourists visiting in recent years, of which around 3.6 million are from North America on “overnight visits.” UK Office for National Statistics.
The City of London is considering whether to introduce a new tourist tax for hotel guests. (Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)
The potential tax comes from the UK’s Decentralization and Community Empowerment Bill, which includes a clause allowing local leaders to “raise revenue locally through new policies”. Accommodation fee. ”
Although there has been no official announcement regarding the specific details, many believe that the levy could be as high as 5% per night.
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Andrew Carter, CEO of the Center for Cities, said: Condé Nast Traveler Introducing a tourism tax ‘is the start of a bigger problem’ [program] It means transferring tax and spending authority to capital. ”
Mr Carter said: “London is the UK’s most productive large city and further devolution of fiscal powers will give the capital more policy tools to accelerate economic growth.”
Although there has been no official announcement regarding the specific details, many believe that the levy could be as high as 5% per night. (St. Petersburg)
London recently launched a ‘Mind the Grab’ campaign to warn pedestrians about mobile phone snatching.
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At the edge of some sidewalks are bold purple chalk signs that read “Beware of Grabbing” and “Stay Off the Curb! Cell Phone Snatching Hot Spot.”
The latest news comes as European cities and other destinations grapple with overtourism.
London remains a popular tourist destination, with around 21 million people visiting in recent years, around 3.6 million of whom are “overnight visitors” from North America. (Reuters/Henry Nichols)
For example, Greek authorities plan to impose a $22 tax on the following countries: Cruise travelers to Santorini or Mykonos.
aberdeen, scotland, green light 7% visitor tax Starting April 1, 2027 in August.
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The Scottish city of Edinburgh plans to introduce a toll fee. 5% tax per night Applies to stays starting from July 2026.
Norway has also introduced a tourism tax, allowing certain cities to introduce a 3% tax on overnight stays in “areas particularly affected by tourism,” as previously reported by Fox News Digital.
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Introduced by Venice, Italy pilot program In 2024, day-trippers will be charged a $5.17 (5 euro) entrance fee. The city is currently considering doubling the tax.
