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England plans new ‘tourist tax’ for overnight stays
Reading Time: 3 minutesUK: England’s regional mayors were set to be given new powers to introduce a levy on overnight stays, enabling local authorities to raise funds for transport, infrastructure and the visitor economy, according to plans announced by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government ahead of this week’s Budget. The new proposal would allow mayors […]
Legionella warning issued for UK property managers
Reading Time: 2 minutesUK: Yesterday, UK hoteliers, holiday let owners and bed and breakfast operators were urged to prioritise Legionella risk control for the summer season, as Legionella cases in the UK have reached an all-time high. Legionnaires’ disease is a lung infection caused by inhaling droplets of water containing Legionella bacteria, which can be fatal. The bacteria […]