Highland visitor levy

Public engagement sessions

The following events were held to assist members of the public in participating in the public consultation process on the proposed Visitor Levy Scheme for Highland and submitting a formal consultation response. The consultation period has now closed.

Public Library Community Drop-in Events

An informal in-person drop-in opportunity to chat with Council staff on the proposed Visitor Levy Scheme and ask questions about the proposal or the consultation process. Public access computers are also available on-site for members of the public to fill in the online consultation document, if required.

  • Nairn Library - 7 February 2025, 10:30am to 12:30pm
  • Thurso Library - 18 February 2025, 2pm to 7:30pm (As part of a place-based planning event)
  • Fortrose Community Library - 19 February 2025, 10am to 12noon
  • Fort William Library - 26 February 2025, 11am to 1pm
  • Ullapool Community Library - 27 February 2025, 11am to 1pm
  • Brora Library - 28 February 2025, 10:30am to 12:30pm

Community Drop-in Events

An informal in-person drop-in opportunity to chat with Council staff on the proposed Visitor Levy Scheme and ask questions about the proposal or the consultation process.

  • Inverness Archive Centre - 11 February 2025, 1pm to 3pm
  • Wick (Pulteney Centre) - 12 February 2025, 10:30am to 3:30pm (As part of a place-based planning event)
  • Kingussie Courthouse - 13 February 2025, 1:30pm to 3pm
  • Kyle of Lochalsh Service Point - 20 February 2025, 11am to 1pm
  • Kinlochbervie Harbour Offices - 17 March 2025, 11:30am to 1:30pm

Community In-person Events

Meet with Council staff on the proposed Visitor Levy Scheme, when there will be an opportunity to ask questions about the proposal.

Community Webinars

A formal online presentation from Council staff on the proposed Visitor Levy Scheme, with the opportunity to ask questions about the proposal or the consultation process. Registration will open one week before the event.

Community Council Webinar

A formal online presentation for Community Councillors from Council staff on the proposed Visitor Levy Scheme, with the opportunity to ask questions about the proposal or the consultation process.

  • 6 February 2025 - 4pm to 5pm

Chambers of Commerce Business Events

Formal industry-led events to discuss the specific business-related aspects of the proposed Visitor Levy Scheme, with the opportunity to ask questions about the proposal or the consultation process.

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