This little known shopping discount is disappearing - and it could cost Manchester millions
"Removing duty-free shopping without consultation with the industry will have significant wider financial impact on the visitor economy and is an unwelcome message to overseas visitors at a time when a warm welcome to the world is needed more than ever."Adrian Ellis, chairman of Manchester Hoteliers Association, said hotels in the region benefited greatly from international tourists visiting for tax-free shopping.He said: "Removing this offer for visitors will have a huge impact on the number of visitors to the region, which would be highly damaging for accommodation providers with an effect on bookings."It is vital that the UK retains the tax-free shopping incentive to ensure regions like Greater Manchester can remain competitive against