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European Jewish News · Sep 10, 2026

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UK: Mayors and local leaders across England are to be given powers to impose a new “tourist tax” on overnight stays in hotels, B&Bs and Airbnb-style accommodation. The levy will be charged as a percentage of the cost of accommodation, with local leaders able to decide whether to introduce it and how much to charge. The government is not expected to impose a national cap, although London and some other areas are expected to keep the levy at no more than 5%. The government says the money could be reinvested in transport, high streets and public spaces, while the hospitality industry has warned the move could cost thousands of jobs. Join EJN:

UK: Mayors and local leaders across England are to be given powers to impose a new “tourist tax” on overnight stays in hotels, B&Bs and Airbnb-style accommodation. The levy will be charged as a percentage of the cost of accommodation, with local leaders able to decide whether to introduce it and how much to charge. The government is not expected to impose a national cap, although London and some other areas are expected to keep the levy at no more than 5%. The government says the money could be reinvested in transport, high streets and public spaces, while the hospitality industry has warned the move could cost thousands of jobs. Join EJN: https://wa.me/447443160130?text=Hi!%20I%20would%20like%20to%20subscribe%20to%20the%20EJN.%20My%20name%20is:%20

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