00:00A multi-million pound fund to attract major events to Liverpool is being introduced, funded by a £2 charge on
00:07hotel stays.
00:08The levy is managed and administered by hotels and serviced accommodation, either when guests check in or at the end
00:15of their stay.
00:16It's expected to raise around £9 million over two years.
00:20Liverpool Business Improvement District says most of the money will support major events,
00:25with further investment in marketing and visitor economy support.
00:30Industry leaders say the aim is to boost overnight stays and create a more stable year-round tourism economy.
00:37Liverpool's visitor economy is currently estimated to be worth £6.2 billion annually.
00:42points can non- Shoot us at the sale of the GTC for many years.
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