British hotel chain; the UK’s largest hotel brand by rooms
The government has given English mayors the power to charge an overnight visitor levy as a percentage of accommodation costs with no statutory upper limit. Industry groups and major hotel chains have warned the uncapped power will push up prices, reduce demand and cost jobs; mayors argue revenue will fund local services and infrastructure from 2028.
The Independent and New York Post report on home goods deals that are influencing consumer choices. A mattress review highlights high-height hybrids, while retailers push discounted sheets and bedding sets amid ongoing shopping events.