Labour Mayors in England Vow to Cap Tourist Tax at 5% The Labour mayors' decision to cap the tourist tax at 5% is a welcome concession, but it comes too little, too late.
The introduction of a new fee on visitors' overnight stays has sent shockwaves through the hospitality industry, with many fearing for local businesses and jobs.
Giving regional mayors carte blanche to set their own rates is a worrying development. Local authorities are struggling for funds after years of austerity cuts, but this move feels like a recipe for disaster.