Edinburgh council approves a new "transient visitor levy" (TVL) to address overtourism impacts and raise up to £50m annually.
Edinburgh plans to become the first city in Scotland to impose a tourist tax, as councillors approve a new levy that could raise up to £50m annually. The proposed "transient visitor levy" (TVL) will cover accommodations including hotels, B&Bs, self-catering properties, and those listed on platforms like AirBnB, aiming to address the negative impacts of overtourism on the cost of living and locals' lives. The draft proposals received support from the policy and sustainability committee, and if implemented, the tax is expected to generate sufficient revenue without negatively impacting Edinburgh's tourism competitiveness.
August 22, 2024
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