Moray Council is developing a tourist tax plan following the 2024 law. They will use funds to improve local tourism facilities.
The 2024 law lets councils charge visitors for overnight stays. They must use the money wisely. It can improve tourism facilities, such as car parks and paths. Public toilets also matter. Money can beautify parks and towns too.
Moray has attractions like Elgin Cathedral and the old Scalan seminary at Glenlivet. These draw many people each year.
Other Scottish councils want a tourist tax. Taxes of 4% to 7% are possible cost additions. This would affect overnight stays.
Kathleen Robertson leads Moray Council currently. She says they haven’t decided on a levy yet. A working group will manage plan development, as they lack expertise currently within the team.
Specialists will ensure the scheme works and benefits everyone in Moray county. Future talks will shape levy decisions. Moray will consider a tourist levy scheme.
The earliest levy starts is August 2027. Locals can share opinions during those years, and businesses and tourists will have input too.