Sebastian Penkalla

🚨 SUMMARY: Andy Burnham will give all England mayors powers to introduce a "tourist tax" on overnight stays from 2028 - The tax will be a percentage of the accommodation cost and will apply to hotels, B&Bs and holiday lets - The rate will be uncapped, although the Government does not expect mayors to charge more than 5% - For example, on a £100 overnight stay, a 5% tax would add £5, and a £500 five-night holiday would add £25 - Money raised will stay locally to fund public transport, high streets, public spaces, attractions and tourism - It will be up to each mayor or eligible local leader whether to introduce it - UKHospitality estimates the tax could cost 33,000 jobs and add £100-£120 to the average family holiday because Mayors will make use of it being uncapped