Decision

It was resolved that the Executive supports the following recommendations –

·      Having considered the current uncertainties facing the tourism sector and the outcome of the public consultation and impact assessments, that the Council does not adopt the Visitor Levy.

·      That the Council will monitor, review and consider evidence of the impact of the Visitor Levy in other local authorities in Wales that have chosen to adopt the levy, and any changes to the relevant legislation.

·      That the Chief Executive, in consultation with the Leader, will write to Welsh Government requesting a review of the current legislative regime to address the issues raised in the recent consultation process. Such letter to Welsh Government to be circulated to all elected members.