Orkney Decides Against Introducing Tourist Tax on Overnight Stays

Orkney decides against introducing tourist tax on overnight stays

Councillors were given powers by the Scottish Government to implement an overnight tourist tax this month.

No Tourist Tax for Orkney

There will be no additional charges for visitors staying overnight in Orkney, councillors have decided. The additional revenue raising powers granted by the Scottish Parliament would have imposed a small charge on visitors who stay in accommodation overnight in the islands. The money generated would have been used to provide better facilities for visitors and […]

'Tourist tax' rejected by councillors after strong opposition

Proposals to implement a levy, or tax, on visitors has been rejected after strong opposition from residents and businesses. The introduction of an overnight visitor levy in Orkney will not go ahead at this time. The decision, taken at today’s meeting of Orkney Islands Council’s policy and resources committee, follows extensive feasibility investigations, including stakeholder engagement with the local community, businesses and visitors. Similar …