Mayors to get new power to invest in their areas and drive growth through a charge on overnight stays.

This will put local leaders on equal footing with top tourist destinations around the world.

It’s the latest step forward in putting power in the hands of those who know their communities best.

England’s mayors will be able to invest in transport, infrastructure, and the visitor economy through a new levy on overnight stays.

The fee would apply to visitors’ overnight trips, and it would be up to mayors and other local leaders to introduce a modest charge if it’s right for their area.

The move would ensure UK mayors have the same powers as their counterparts in cities like New York, Paris and Milan, where charges on short-term trips are already commonplace.

The announcement comes ahe

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