Wales' tourism tax plans set for go-ahead

A new tourism tax in Wales, set to be approved by the Senedd, will charge visitors up to £1.30 per night for overnight stays. The tax aims to generate £33 million annually to enhance tourist destinations, despite concerns from businesses about deterring visitors. While Plaid Cymru supports the legislation, Welsh Conservatives plan to abolish the tax if they win the 2026 Senedd election, with estimates showing potential economic impacts varying from a £10.8 million boost to a £7.3 million reduction.