Christopher Luxon defends decision to rule out accommodation levy
Monday 24 August 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story Christopher Luxon, National Party, Newstalk ZB, Mike Hosking
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says he has no regrets after the National Party ruled out a proposed bed-night tax. Queenstown Lakes District Mayor John Glover criticised the decision, describing the policy change as being made in panic.
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