Many of us have an affection for Wales, but this tax would be an annoyance and potentially hugely damaging.
We all have an affection for Wales. Thousands of West Midlanders travel there for holidays every year, especially to resorts like Barmouth and Aberystwyth. Snowdonia is a spectacular location and tourist operators in Wales depend on us.
With tens of thousands employed in the sector, the plans – according to critics – could be catastrophic. Any tax would at best be an annoyance to those of us who love visiting Wales for a short break or longer holiday. Most importantly, however, it could be hugely damaging to businesses who rely on tourism.
It would also lead to competition between counties, where local authorities choose to implement varying rates that could lead to a disparity in prices across the nation. After the year we have had, Strictly could be just what we need. The show hits its 20th series with its launch on Friday and the first competition on Saturday. It harks back to old fashioned light entertainment – live music, dancing and plenty of sparkle.