UK city on the brink of bringing in tourist tax - full list of hotspots doing the same

Ship arriving at Aberdeen harbour (Image: Getty) A UK city is on the brink of bringing in a potential visitor levy scheme, otherwise known as a tourist tax that could see visitors charged a fee on overnight stays. Aberdeen's levy, which would raise revenue to be used for improvements for the tourism sector in the city, is to be developed following today's Aberdeen City Council’s Finance and Resources Committee meeting. Convener of Finance and Resources Councillor Alex McLellan said: "I welcome the powers given to Aberdeen City Council through the Visitor Levy (Scotland) Act 2024 and feel the consultation will provide a valuable opportunity to hear the views of stakeholders, including the hotel industry, around any potential scheme.

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