The association representing Scottish local authorities is calling on the Scottish Government to devolve more financial powers to councils.

COSLA says it would give them the chance to introduce a Transient Visitor Tax - or tourist tax - like many other European cities.

Tourism brings in millions for Scotland's economy but cities such as Edinburgh have begun to feel the impact.

Council leaders have been consulting on a possible tourist tax which would add £1 or £2 per night to a visitor's stay.

But local authorities don't currently have the powers to do so.

The hospitality industry is concerned the tax may affect those looking to visit Scotland.

But Edinburgh city council believe it won't put tourists off and say the tax could bring in around £11m a year.

In a statement, the Scottish Government say given the potential impact on tourism, they have no plans to introduce visitor levy on the tourism sector.

COSLA is now focusing on gaining cross-party support and convincing the hospitality industry that they have nothing to fear.