Liverpool to introduce 'tourist tax' for visitors
- Liverpool will introduce a £2 'tourist tax' for overnight visitors starting in June 2025, following a vote by hotel owners in favor of the charge.
- The £2 City Visitor Charge could raise up to £9.2 million over two years, with approximately 73% of funds allocated to supporting the city's visitor economy.
- Public reaction has been mixed, with concerns that the tax may deter tourists, while others believe it will support city services and events.
- Marcus Magee, chair of Accommodation BID, stated the tax would be 'crucial to the vibrancy and economy of the city'.
15 Articles
15 Articles
Liverpool to implement new tax within weeks as tourists warn levy 'will deter visitors'
Liverpool is set to introduce a £2 "tourist tax" for overnight visitors starting in June 2025, after hotel owners voted in favour of the scheme.The levy could raise as much as £9.2million over two years, according to Accommodation BID, which represents 83 hotels and serviced apartment providers in the city.Of the hotels balloted about the charge, 59 per cent were in favour, from a turnout of 53 per cent.Liverpool was the fifth-most visited city …
Liverpool latest UK city to introduce 'tourist tax' as visitors to pay nightly fee - The Mirror
People staying overnight in Liverpool will have to start paying a £2-a-night “tourist tax” after the city’s hoteliers voted in favour of the plans - set to raise £9 million over two years
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 50% of the sources lean Right
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
Ownership
To view ownership data please Upgrade to Vantage