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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Athena Stavrou

FOUND: Andy burnham to hand mayors unlimited powers to impose tourist tax | Mind Blowing Facts

Andy Burnham is set to hand England’s mayors the power to introduce an uncapped tourist tax in a move that has been criticised by hospitality leaders.

Local leaders will be allowed to set a levy on a percentage of the cost of accommodation to overnight visitors – rather than a flat fee – in what the government believes will protect budget holidays.

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