Bytes Europe · Edinburgh Introduces UK’s First Tourist Tax for Overnight StaysThe Scottish capital city of Edinburgh is set to introduce a groundbreaking tourist tax, becoming the first city in the United Kingdom to charge such a fee for visitors staying overnight, CNN reported.Local council members have approved the measure, which will take effect in mid-2026, targeting overnight stays in various types of accommodations, including hotels, hostels, bed and breakfasts, guest houses and short-term rental properties. Visitors will be required to pay a fee equivalent to five percent of their accommodation cost per night, capped at five consecutive nights. Accommodation providers will be tasked with collecting the tax on behalf of