Destination Liverpool City Region retweeted
#News: @MetroMayorSteve Rotheram is a step closer to getting new powers to invest more in Liverpool City Region’s high streets, cultural sites and attractions.
The #VisitorLevy Bill, introduced in the House of Commons today, marks the most significant step in making fiscal iving mayors the ability to introduce a small fee on overnight stays.
Money raised through the levy will stay in the city region, which has a visitor economy worth more than £6.8bn a year supporting more than 55,000 jobs, giving communities investment in the places and services used by visitors and residents.
Mayors who choose to introduce a levy will be able to invest in what makes their regions special and improve the visitor experience from better high streets to public spaces – including public toilets and parks, cultural events and security and destination promotion.
The government has said it will continue to protect lower cost family breaks by requiring the levy to be charged as a percentage rate of the cost of accommodation, rather than as a flat fee, meaning those choosing cheaper accommodation will pay less.
Mayor Rotheram is one of ten mayors to pledge that any region-wide levy introduced would be no higher than 5%, providing certainty for visitors and businesses while preserving local choice.
Liverpool currently has a city centre levy, set up through its business improvement district, set at £2 per room/unit per night.
The new Visitor Levy Bill sets out new details today on how the levy will work, including who will be protected, how decisions will be made locally and how the rules will be enforced. The levy will only apply to the first 28 consecutive days of a stay, as longer stays count as long-term accommodation.
Protections will ensure occasional hosts, such as people who only rent out a spare room from time to time, will only pay the levy if they earn above a set amount. Local leaders and mayors will also be able to adjust this threshold.
The new powers to introduce a levy will bring England in line with places like Germany, Italy, the United States, the Netherlands and Canada, and let communities make the most of the tens of million overnight stays in England every year.
More at: liverpoolcityregion-ca.gov.uk/news/new-visit…
#DevolutionDelivers
The #VisitorLevy Bill, introduced in the House of Commons today, marks the most significant step in making fiscal iving mayors the ability to introduce a small fee on overnight stays.
Money raised through the levy will stay in the city region, which has a visitor economy worth more than £6.8bn a year supporting more than 55,000 jobs, giving communities investment in the places and services used by visitors and residents.
Mayors who choose to introduce a levy will be able to invest in what makes their regions special and improve the visitor experience from better high streets to public spaces – including public toilets and parks, cultural events and security and destination promotion.
The government has said it will continue to protect lower cost family breaks by requiring the levy to be charged as a percentage rate of the cost of accommodation, rather than as a flat fee, meaning those choosing cheaper accommodation will pay less.
Mayor Rotheram is one of ten mayors to pledge that any region-wide levy introduced would be no higher than 5%, providing certainty for visitors and businesses while preserving local choice.
Liverpool currently has a city centre levy, set up through its business improvement district, set at £2 per room/unit per night.
The new Visitor Levy Bill sets out new details today on how the levy will work, including who will be protected, how decisions will be made locally and how the rules will be enforced. The levy will only apply to the first 28 consecutive days of a stay, as longer stays count as long-term accommodation.
Protections will ensure occasional hosts, such as people who only rent out a spare room from time to time, will only pay the levy if they earn above a set amount. Local leaders and mayors will also be able to adjust this threshold.
The new powers to introduce a levy will bring England in line with places like Germany, Italy, the United States, the Netherlands and Canada, and let communities make the most of the tens of million overnight stays in England every year.
More at: liverpoolcityregion-ca.gov.uk/news/new-visit…
#DevolutionDelivers
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Paddington, Buzz Lightyear, K-Pop, Toy Story, Santa and festive fun galore!🎄🎅🎁
The FREE Southport Christmas Spectacular 2026 lands on 14 November, with live entertainment, family activities and the town's sparkling Christmas lights.
Find out more ➡️
liverpoolcityregiondp.com/2026/11/04/pad…
The FREE Southport Christmas Spectacular 2026 lands on 14 November, with live entertainment, family activities and the town's sparkling Christmas lights.
Find out more ➡️
liverpoolcityregiondp.com/2026/11/04/pad…
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New Liverpool City Region Visitor Economy Maps are now available! 🗺️😀
Help visitors discover more, stay longer and explore everything our city region has to offer. Visitor economy businesses can reserve free copies now!
Find out more ➡️ liverpoolcityregiondp.com/2026/10/12/liv… @VisitLiverpool
Help visitors discover more, stay longer and explore everything our city region has to offer. Visitor economy businesses can reserve free copies now!
Find out more ➡️ liverpoolcityregiondp.com/2026/10/12/liv… @VisitLiverpool
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Destination Liverpool City Region retweeted
#BREAKINGNEWS: Liverpool is officially a global City of Innovation! 🏆
The UN’s World Intellectual Property Organisation – (@WIPO) has just named Liverpool a winner of its inaugural City of Innovation award.
Liverpool was selected as one of the first 3 cities to receive the ster city Shanghai and Charleroi, in Belgium, and was chosen at a special ceremony in Geneva from a global shortlist of 15.
Liverpool’s winning ‘City of Innovation’ bid pledged to scale up activities to unlock the creative and growth potential of its diverse communities and business base, to further transform the entire city region.
It is fantastic international recognition for a city region where world-class science, technology, creativity and collaboration are being harnessed to improve lives, create high-value jobs and drive economic growth.
@MetroMayorSteve Rotheram, commented: “I’ve long said that we’re the UK’s innovation capital, and now we’ve got a global award to back it up.”
Another proud moment for Liverpool City Region, and another sign that our innovation story is being recognised on the world stage - coming just months after we were announced runner-up in the European City of Innovation awards.
The bid was led by Liverpool City Region Combined Authority and @KQLiverpool, supported by @lpoolcouncil and @SciTecDaresbury.
Full story at: liverpoolcityregion-ca.gov.uk/news/liverpool…
#LiverpoolCityRegion #Innovation #CityOfInnovation #WIPO
The UN’s World Intellectual Property Organisation – (@WIPO) has just named Liverpool a winner of its inaugural City of Innovation award.
Liverpool was selected as one of the first 3 cities to receive the ster city Shanghai and Charleroi, in Belgium, and was chosen at a special ceremony in Geneva from a global shortlist of 15.
Liverpool’s winning ‘City of Innovation’ bid pledged to scale up activities to unlock the creative and growth potential of its diverse communities and business base, to further transform the entire city region.
It is fantastic international recognition for a city region where world-class science, technology, creativity and collaboration are being harnessed to improve lives, create high-value jobs and drive economic growth.
@MetroMayorSteve Rotheram, commented: “I’ve long said that we’re the UK’s innovation capital, and now we’ve got a global award to back it up.”
Another proud moment for Liverpool City Region, and another sign that our innovation story is being recognised on the world stage - coming just months after we were announced runner-up in the European City of Innovation awards.
The bid was led by Liverpool City Region Combined Authority and @KQLiverpool, supported by @lpoolcouncil and @SciTecDaresbury.
Full story at: liverpoolcityregion-ca.gov.uk/news/liverpool…
#LiverpoolCityRegion #Innovation #CityOfInnovation #WIPO
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Global Youth Travel Leaders Gather in Liverpool City Region! 🌍🤝🎓
More than 1,500 business meetings connected international buyers representing £322m in UK business and almost 500,000 young visitors with tourism suppliers from across the UK.
➡️liverpoolcityregiondp.com/2026/10/12/bet…
More than 1,500 business meetings connected international buyers representing £322m in UK business and almost 500,000 young visitors with tourism suppliers from across the UK.
➡️liverpoolcityregiondp.com/2026/10/12/bet…
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Liverpool City Region Tourism Awards 2026 Shortlist Revealed! 🎉🥳
From world-class attractions to outstanding events, venues & visitor experiences, the shortlist showcases the best of LCR's £6.83bn visitor economy.
➡️liverpoolcityregiondp.com/2026/10/13/liv…
@VisitEngland | @LCRTourismAward
From world-class attractions to outstanding events, venues & visitor experiences, the shortlist showcases the best of LCR's £6.83bn visitor economy.
➡️liverpoolcityregiondp.com/2026/10/13/liv…
@VisitEngland | @LCRTourismAward
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NEW VACANCY: Head of Corporate Events
Ready to lead high-impact events that support growth, investment and the visitor economy across Liverpool City Region?
Find out more and apply ➡️ liverpoolcityregiondp.com/2026/10/09/vac…
@LpoolCityRegion | @VisitLiverpool
Ready to lead high-impact events that support growth, investment and the visitor economy across Liverpool City Region?
Find out more and apply ➡️ liverpoolcityregiondp.com/2026/10/09/vac…
@LpoolCityRegion | @VisitLiverpool
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NEW VACANCY: Head of Corporate Events
Ready to lead high-impact events that support growth, investment and the visitor economy across Liverpool City Region?
Find out more and apply ➡️ liverpoolcityregiondp.com/2026/10/09/vac…
@LpoolCityRegion | @VisitLiverpool
Ready to lead high-impact events that support growth, investment and the visitor economy across Liverpool City Region?
Find out more and apply ➡️ liverpoolcityregiondp.com/2026/10/09/vac…
@LpoolCityRegion | @VisitLiverpool
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LCR is taking its visitor offer to India as part of a major Northern England tourism showcase!
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Working alongside @VisitBritain, we're helping put LCR in front of one of the world's fastest-growing international travel markets.
Read the full story➡️
liverpoolcityregiondp.com/2026/10/08/liv…
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Working alongside @VisitBritain, we're helping put LCR in front of one of the world's fastest-growing international travel markets.
Read the full story➡️
liverpoolcityregiondp.com/2026/10/08/liv…
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Liverpool Named Among the UK's Best and Friendliest Cities! 🏆😃🌍
A fantastic double accolade from @CNTraveler's Readers' Choice Awards, with more than 295,000 readers helping to rank the city among the UK's very best.
➡️liverpoolcityregiondp.com/2026/10/08/liv…
@VisitLiverpool 👏👏👏
A fantastic double accolade from @CNTraveler's Readers' Choice Awards, with more than 295,000 readers helping to rank the city among the UK's very best.
➡️liverpoolcityregiondp.com/2026/10/08/liv…
@VisitLiverpool 👏👏👏
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Where the forest meets the sea 🌲🌊
Discover Formby's peaceful pinewoods, sandy beaches and dune landscapes in our latest 'Breath of Fresh Air' guide. Perfect for an autumn walk, wildlife spotting or simply enjoying some fresh coastal air.
Read more➡️
liverpoolcityregiondp.com/2026/10/06/a-b…
Discover Formby's peaceful pinewoods, sandy beaches and dune landscapes in our latest 'Breath of Fresh Air' guide. Perfect for an autumn walk, wildlife spotting or simply enjoying some fresh coastal air.
Read more➡️
liverpoolcityregiondp.com/2026/10/06/a-b…
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Heading to the Group Leisure & Travel Show this Thursday?
Come and meet Ben Moorcroft from Liverpool City Region Destination Partnership at Stand 318 to discover the latest group travel inspiration, attractions and experiences from across the city region.
#LiverpoolCityRegion
Come and meet Ben Moorcroft from Liverpool City Region Destination Partnership at Stand 318 to discover the latest group travel inspiration, attractions and experiences from across the city region.
#LiverpoolCityRegion
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Join our FREE Destination Welcome Training Programme!
- Boost customer service skills
- Build destination knowledge
- Improve accessibility awareness
- Earn OCN London-endorsed accreditation
Find out more ➡️ liverpoolcityregiondp.com/?p=15850
#LiverpoolCityRegion #Tourism #Hospitality
- Boost customer service skills
- Build destination knowledge
- Improve accessibility awareness
- Earn OCN London-endorsed accreditation
Find out more ➡️ liverpoolcityregiondp.com/?p=15850
#LiverpoolCityRegion #Tourism #Hospitality
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Meet the Team: Lucy Beaumont, the latest addition to @MeetLiverpool as Researcher!
From uncovering conference opportunities to growing valuable connections, Lucy is helping bring more business events to Liverpool.
Read more ➡️
liverpoolcityregiondp.com/2026/10/02/mee…
From uncovering conference opportunities to growing valuable connections, Lucy is helping bring more business events to Liverpool.
Read more ➡️
liverpoolcityregiondp.com/2026/10/02/mee…
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Big news! @UKREiiF, the UK’s largest real estate, investment & infrastructure forum, is moving to Liverpool from 2028. 🙌
With 17,000+ delegates & billions in investment opportunities, this is a huge vote of confidence in Liverpool City Region.
➡️liverpoolcityregiondp.com/2026/10/01/liv…
With 17,000+ delegates & billions in investment opportunities, this is a huge vote of confidence in Liverpool City Region.
➡️liverpoolcityregiondp.com/2026/10/01/liv…
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Destination Liverpool City Region retweeted
Liverpool City Region Welcomes The Labour Party Annual Conference 2026! 🤩
Be sure to download the conference app to enjoy some discounts of things to do while you're in the city.
Or, check out the downtime recommendations below. 👇
visitliverpool.com/liverpool-conv…
Be sure to download the conference app to enjoy some discounts of things to do while you're in the city.
Or, check out the downtime recommendations below. 👇
visitliverpool.com/liverpool-conv…
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Destination Liverpool City Region retweeted
Coming to River of Light in Liverpool this Autumn? ✨
Find out everything you need to know about Liverpool's annual free light trail across the city centre and getting here with @LNRailway!
➡️visitliverpool.com/riveroflight
Find out everything you need to know about Liverpool's annual free light trail across the city centre and getting here with @LNRailway!
➡️visitliverpool.com/riveroflight
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A warm welcome to delegates arriving in Liverpool for the Labour Party Conference! 👋
Beyond the conference programme, there's plenty to discover across Liverpool City Region. Take a look at everything delegates can explore in downtime!
➡️ visitliverpool.com
Beyond the conference programme, there's plenty to discover across Liverpool City Region. Take a look at everything delegates can explore in downtime!
➡️ visitliverpool.com
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Destination Liverpool City Region retweeted
A new chapter in Mersey Ferries history begins. Meet Royal Daffodil 🚢
The first new Mersey Ferry in more than 60 years has officially set sail. Built in Birkenhead, for generations to come.
#RoyalDaffodilEra #MerseyFerry
The first new Mersey Ferry in more than 60 years has officially set sail. Built in Birkenhead, for generations to come.
#RoyalDaffodilEra #MerseyFerry
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Destination Liverpool City Region retweeted
⛴️A landmark moment in the 800-year history of the Mersey ferries was celebrated today as the new £26m Royal Daffodil set out on its maiden voyage following a special naming ceremony.
Watch the historic day unfold...
#RoyalDaffodilEra #DevolutionDelivers
Watch the historic day unfold...
#RoyalDaffodilEra #DevolutionDelivers
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