England's mayors to get power to impose tourist tax
Hospitality leaders warn the uncapped levy would risk jobs and push prices up for families holidaying in England.
Mayors in England will be given the power to impose a new fee on overnight stays, in a move the government says will mean more money can be invested into local areas.
Under the plans, local leaders will be able to bring in an uncapped levy, dubbed a "tourist tax", as a percentage of the cost of hotels, bed and breakfasts and other types of accommodation rather than a flat fee.
But the government said it would protect budget holidays "by making sure low-cost accommodation always pays lowest levy" and said the extra cash could be invested in high streets and local transport.
The idea was first raised under former Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer in November and is similar to schemes running in Scotland and European destinations.