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Labour mayors in England vow to cap tourist tax at 5%
UK NewsPoliticsSeptember 10, 2026 at 5:59 PMNational

Labour mayors in England vow to cap tourist tax at 5%

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Reform UK and the Conservatives have criticised plans for the new levy on visitors' overnight stays.

Reform UK and the Conservatives have criticised plans for the new levy on visitors' overnight stays.

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