Back British Holidays urges Brighton to reconsider Tourist Tax amid fears for local tourism

Back British Holidays warns that introducing additional charges could have unintended consequences.

According to consultation data, 21% of potential holidaymakers would cancel overnight trips if a tourist tax were introduced, with another 21% planning to spend less during their visit.

Daniel Atwood, spokesperson for Back British Holidays, said:

“Tourist taxes might seem like a small extra charge – but they could have a big impact.

“Local economies depend on visitor spending, and these taxes risk pushing tourists away or reducing how much they spend.

“It’s the wrong move at the wrong time.”

The campaign also highlighted the potential negative impact of such a tax on the broader tourism sector, already forecasted to experience a 32% decline in domestic holidays and a £23.2 billion loss in revenue across the UK by 2025.

Back British Holidays is urging the council to explore alternative ways to support the local economy and promote sustainable tourism, rather than relying on additional taxes. The group has also launched a petition to prevent the spread of tourist tax proposals nationwide.

For more information, visit: www.backbritishholidays.co.uk