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Somerset

Why Somerset Council Can't Impose a 'Holiday Tax'

Conservative councillors in Somerset have faced criticism for allegedly “misleading” residents about a proposed “holiday tax” following government consultations on visitor levies. The UK government has explored enabling …

By Tommy Wathen · · 3 min read

Somerset

Why Somerset Council Cannot Implement a 'Holiday Tax'

Conservative councillors in Somerset have been accused of misleading residents over a proposed “holiday tax” on local tourism businesses—a claim that doesn’t align with the council’s actual powers. The UK government has been …

By Charles Bowser · · 3 min read

Somerset

Why Somerset Council Cannot Introduce a 'Holiday Tax'

Conservative councillors in Somerset have recently faced criticism for allegedly misleading residents about a proposed “holiday tax” targeting local businesses. This notion stems from ongoing government consultations …

By Charles Bowser · · 4 min read

Tourism

Tourist Tax Proposal Gains Momentum in Weston-super-Mare

North Somerset Council may reconsider introducing a tourist tax in popular destinations like Weston-super-Mare. Local government secretary Steve Reed announced on November 25 that mayors will soon have the authority to impose …

By James Robinson · · 3 min read