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Sally Beck Urges UK Reversal on Tourist Tax

Royal Lancaster London GM Sally Beck is leading calls to abolish the UK's tourist tax, arguing the policy deters high-spending international visitors and hurts wider hospitality revenue. Hoteliers are pressing the government to reinstate tax-free shopping to remain competitive with European destinations.

Key Takeaways

  1. 1Hoteliers warn the tourist tax diverts international spending to rival European cities
  2. 2Sally Beck calls on the government to reinstate tax-free shopping to boost hotel demand
  3. 3Industry leaders emphasize the policy damages ancillary revenue across dining and retail

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