Potential Tourist Tax Proposed for Weston-super-Mare Amid Financial Pressures Wednesday, November 26, 2025 tourism tax northsomerset westonsupermare budget infrastructure visitoreconomy localgovernment metromayor levy North Somerset Council is reconsidering the introduction of a tourist tax in popular towns like Weston-super-Mare following a recent announcement from the government. Local Government Secretary Steve Reed outlined that mayors … Read More
Bath Tourism Tax Edges Closer Following Government Backing Tuesday, November 25, 2025 bath tourism tax levy infrastructure visitor-economy christmas-market local-government heritage sustainability Bath is moving closer to introducing a tourist tax after a significant government announcement has empowered local leaders with new authority. Renowned for its stunning Georgian architecture, the Roman Baths, and a … Read More
Bristol Considers Ticket Levy to Support Struggling Grassroots Music Venues Saturday, September 27, 2025 bristol music venues levy concerts grassroots funding culture livemusic community Bristol City Council is exploring the introduction of a one per cent levy on every gig ticket sold in the city to help sustain grassroots music venues that are facing financial hardship. This proposed gig levy, similar to a … Read More
Businesses Protest Controversial BID Levy Monday, August 12, 2024 protest levy clevedon bid controversy business council legal dissatisfaction transparency Local businesses in Clevedon are taking a stand against the Business Improvement District (BID) levy after a controversial vote last summer. The BID, aimed at funding town improvements through business levies, was approved … Read More