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Will I pay more for holidays?
If you're planning a short stay in an English city that introduces a tourist tax, you'll likely see a small extra charge on your hotel bill. This applies whether you're visiting for leisure or business. The aim is to spread the cost of maintaining tourist infrastructure among those who use it.
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