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Tourist tax - Stephen asks are you for or against? Call 08085 929500 Text 80295

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Plans to develop a "tourist tax" for the Western Isles have been put on hold. Comhairle nan Eilean Siar, along with other Scottish local authorities, were given powers to introduce a visitor levy on overnight accommodation in September. But a report to councillors said a cost benefit analysis suggested it would have "marginal benefits", and could potentially harm the islands' tourism economy.
Meanwhile, South Ayrshire Council is set to abandon plans for a tourist tax in the region. The local authority mooted the prospect of charging for overnight stays in a bid to boost its finances. However, a public consultation into the plan was heavily negative, with only 15% of respondents supporting the proposal compared to 79% against. A number of other regions in Scotland are looking at similar plans, with Edinburgh councillors deciding to push ahead with a 5% levy earlier this year.
Glasgow councillors will decide on a similar scheme today.

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