England is seeking tax powers similar to Chicago's, amid concerns that new visitor levies could deter travelers.

The entities involved

• Chicago →

  city and county seat of Cook County, and largest city in State of Illinois, United States of America

  • The Chicago City Council governs the city of Chicago.Mon 16:49
  • The Chicago City Council requires council approval for appointments.Mon 16:49
• England →

  country in north-west Europe, part of the United Kingdom

  • Authorities are investigating an incident at a base in Fairford, with possible links to Iran and Russia.Mon 17:54
  • Burnham's administration is pushing building rate increases while the UK seeks insights from California's housing policies.Mon 17:38

Related events

• Mayors in England are gaining the power to introduce visitor levies, leading to a situation where UK accommodation is taxed more heavily than in Amsterdam.Jul 8
• A proposed tourist tax levy in England, which applies to accommodation, threatens the visitor economy.Sep 13