Tourism levy
Kensington and Chelsea Council is exploring a tourism levy to address a significant £120 million funding gap.
Kensington and Chelsea Council is currently exploring the introduction of a tourism levy as a potential new revenue stream. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to address a projected funding gap exceeding £120 million, as discussed by the council's Leadership Team on 13 October 2026. The exploration aims to mitigate financial challenges outlined in a new Council Plan for 2026-2030.
Councillor Elizabeth Campbell, Leader of the Council, highlighted the urgent need for new revenue streams to manage the council's financial shortfall. A tourism levy, which is a charge or tax imposed on tourists to generate revenue for local government, is being considered as one such measure.
Key facts
- Kensington and Chelsea Council is exploring a 'tourist tax' to address a £120 million funding gap. Source
- The council's Leadership Team discussed this on 13 October 2026. Source
- The measure is part of a new Council Plan for 2026-2030. Source
- Councillor Elizabeth Campbell, Leader of the Council, highlighted the need for new revenue streams. Source
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