Tourist bed-tax being considered by Highland council

It's estimate a £1a-night levy could raise £10m a year to tackle problems such as crumbling roads

A bed-tax on tourists is a step closer in the Highlands, in a bid to boost council coffers and tackle crumbling roads.

Opinion is sharply divided. The local authority is backing calls for legislation on it.

But many business owners are strongly opposed to increasing charges to meet the cost.

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