This roundtable in partnership with LGA and Core Cities UK focused on the implications, opportunities and practicalities of the emerging Visitor Levy.

Hosted by Rob Campbell (CLOA Executive Member and Managing Director Culture and Heritage Services, Bath & North East Somerset Council), who led CLOA’s response to the government consultation, the session featured expert insights from Edinburgh and Manchester—two places at the forefront of levy implementation.

Elin Williamson and Katherine Kennedy shared Edinburgh’s experience, including governance, operational learning and early impacts.  Presentation here.

Nick Brooks-Sykes offered a complementary perspective from Marketing Manchester, where the Accommodation BID provides a live model of visitor economy investment and partnership working. Presentation here.

The recording of the event can be accessed here (1 hour 20 mins) along with the transcript.