Tourists visiting Devon could face a ‘tourism tax’ when visiting parts of the country. The boss of Visit Cornwall has come out in favour of the idea for the the neighbouring county, but says there’s ‘no point’ in a tax for Cornwall without one in Devon.
Malcolm Bell, who heads up the tourism board said he can “certainly envision” a future where visitors contribute a little extra, but he’s adamant that Cornwall shouldn’t be alone in this endeavour, He has suggested Devon, another tourist favourite, should follow suit.
Bell is keen on the idea but cautions against hasty implementation, emphasising the need for careful planning to ensure the additional funds are well-spent and the tourism sector remains unharmed. “We have observed how fast decisions are often very poor decisions,” Malcolm remarked. He advocates for a thoughtful approach: “It is a time to have the debate, not rush into action, engage with people and look at the art of the possible.”
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