Question to the HM Treasury:

To ask His Majesty's Government what proportion of the proposed overnight visitor levy will go to local authorities; and what assessment they have made of the potential effects of the levy on the hospitality and hotel sectors.

Mayors will decide whether to introduce a levy and, if so, will consult on specific proposals, including how revenue will be used to support growth. This will help them to find an appropriate balance between supporting local economic priorities, including tourism, ensuring a levy is affordable, and providing stability and certainty for businesses. Impacts will depend on local decisions and we expect Mayors to publish a summary of the consultation results and their response, including a final prospectus, and an impact assessment.