Written question asked by Lord Mott (Conservative) on Monday, 1 June 2026, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 15 June 2026. It was answered by Baroness Taylor of Stevenage (Labour) on Friday, 12 June 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.

Visitor Levy

Question: To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the economic impact of the proposed overnight visitor levy on rural and coastal communities.

Answer

The precise design and scope of the overnight visitor levy power are still under development, and its impacts will largely be determined by local decisions. The government will respond to the consultation shortly. Evidence from international and domestic schemes suggests that modest rates have minimal impact on visitor numbers.

Mayors and local leaders will decide whether to introduce a levy. As part of that process, they will be required to consult and consider the impacts on businesses and others.

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Type: Written question
Reference: HL494
Session: 2026-27
Grouped for answer: Yes
Subjects: Coastal areas Rural areas Visitor levy
Link: View this Written question on www.parliament.uk

Visitor Levy

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