Sadiq Khan is considering a tourist tax in London‘s hotels despite warnings from hospitality bosses that it would be ‘extremely damaging’ for businesses.
The Mayor revealed he is ‘happy to look into’ the possibility of bringing in a small charge for visitors to the capital – although no figure has yet been suggested.
His team will now look at the evidence from Manchester and Liverpool, which have already brought in similar charges, as well as other cities around Europe.
The idea was discussed by politicians this week at the Centre for London think tank’s conference, and Mr Khan was asked whether he would support such a tax.
According to The Standard, the Labour Mayor said: ‘I’m happy to look into where it’s worked, what the issues are in relation to that particular policy… We’ll be looking at what cities are doing not just across Europe, but in the UK as well.’
Pressed on whether he supported the idea in principle, Mr Khan said: ‘Let’s wait and see what the evidence is. I’m somebody…
