Is it wrong to impose tourist taxes for holidays in UK? VOTE NOW

BRIT holidaymakers could soon have to pay a tourist tax for staycations under controversial new plans announced by the government. Local leaders are set to be allowed to slap an “overnight visitor levy” on families staying in hotels, B&Bs and holiday lets. Holidaymakers could be forced to cough up extra cash for every night of their trip thanks to new plans Credit: Getty New Prime Minister Andy Burnham has ramped up the tourist tax plans Credit: Getty Images And reports last night suggested there will be no national cap on how high they can set the charge – although it’s thought the amount won’t exceed 5 per cent. It means holidaymakers could be forced to cough up extra cash for every night of their trip – potentially piling £100 or more onto the cost of a family break. Sign up for The Sun newsletter Thank you! There are more than 130 million overnight stays in England each year, all of which would be liable for the charge when it is introduced. So what do you think, is it wrong to impose a tourist tax for holidays in the UK? Have your say in our exclusive poll and share your thoughts below for the chance to win a £100 voucher. Love to debate? Join Sun Club for just £1.99 a month for the boldest opinion on the issues shaping Britain. Comment now