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Cruise ship levy splits views in busy Highland port

May 23, 2025 2 min read
author Anamika Mishra [Sub Editor]
In 2024, Scotland welcomed an estimated 1.2 million cruise passengers, underscoring the growing importance of port logistics and maritime tourism to local economies. Yet, a proposed cruise ship levy has sparked debate in Invergordon one of Scotland’s busiest ports where residents and business owners like Sandra Munro, who runs the Tanstar gift shop, are apprehensive about its potential fallout. Sandra, whose business thrives on cruise tourist footfall, fears the levy could discourage visits or reduce tourist spending, especially amid broader economic strain. “Everyone is struggling just now more charges might stop them coming altogether,” she said, reflecting the worries of many small businesses’ dependent

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