South Ayrshire urged to pause visitor levy. Industry voices caution about timing, impact on local firms and tourism jobs. South Ayrshire Council Advised to Delay Visitor Levy Introduction People are sharing views on a tourist tax. This tax is for overnight stays. Scottish councils can charge this fee. The money could improve visitor and resident…
Moray Council plans to increase service charges before the budget. Prices may rise for weddings, school meals, and bin uplifts. Moray Council Considers Raising Service Charges Across the Region Moray Council plans some service charge and policy changes. They will make these changes before this year’s budget, meaning some prices might increase for certain services.…
Survey seeks local views on a visitor levy. Funds could boost local tourism for guests and residents. South Ayrshire Council Launches Survey for Potential Visitor Levy Scottish councils can charge overnight guests. This applies to certain places to stay. Money from this charge could help the area. It could improve services for both visitors and…
Edinburgh Council seeks VAT rebate on visitor levy. They want funds back for local projects, not a “Treasury bonus.” Edinburgh City Council Seeks VAT Rebate on Visitor Levy Funds Edinburgh wants money back from the UK Treasury. This involves the city’s new visitor levy. The levy could bring in around £50 million each year. About…