Below are links to published papers, press releases, and guidance from tourism industry bodies:
Edinburgh Visitor Economy Partnership’s (EVEP) response to: A Visitor Levy for Edinburgh consultation
(13 December 2024)
VisitScotland’s response to: A Visitor Levy for Edinburgh consultation
(13 December 2024)
Essential Edinburgh’s response to: A Visitor Levy for Edinburgh consultation
(2 December 2024)
ETAG Response Guide: A Visitor Levy for Edinburgh
(26 November 2024)
Visitor Levy Guidance for Local Authorities, published by VisitScotland
(4 October 2024)
Meeting notes from ‘Visitor Levy Expert Group’
(6 September 2023)
Article from The Edinburgh Inquirer outlining current priorities and sector concerns
(15 August 2023)
Scottish Tourism Alliance (STA) Visitor Levy (Scotland) Bill Consultation – Response Guide for Industry
(8 August 2023)
Tourist Tax – Examples from around the world, compiled by Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce
(July 2023)
List of Frequently Asked Questions related to Short-Term Let Legislation, compiled by VisitScotland
(July 2023)
Scottish Tourism Alliance (STA) Press Release on Visitor Levy (Scotland) Bill
(25 May 2023)
VisitScotland Press Release on Visitor Levy (Scotland) Bill
(25 May 2023)
The Scottish Tourism Alliance (STA) Local Visitor Levy Manifesto with Recommendations
(January 2023)