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flag Scottish Government mulls cruise ship tax to boost local revenues from visiting ships.

flag The Scottish Government is considering allowing local councils to impose taxes on cruise ships, a change that could be introduced through the Visitor Levy Act, which currently only allows taxes on overnight stays. flag In 2024, about 1,000 cruise ships visited Scottish ports, bringing 1.2 million passengers. flag The Orkney Islands Council supports a £5 passenger levy, which could raise £1 million annually. flag The Scottish Government is consulting to gather opinions before deciding on potential legislation.

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