ASSC in Action: Fiona Campbell Advocates for Scotland’s Self-Catering Sector in Edinburgh
The ASSC’s CEO, Fiona Campbell, spent a dynamic and productive day in Edinburgh last week (17th January 2025), engaging with key policymakers to address pressing challenges faced by Scotland’s self-catering industry.
In a series of impactful meetings, Fiona held discussions with:
- Kirsty McNeil MP, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Scotland
- Willie Rennie MSP, focusing on potential Planning Control Areas in Fife
- Rachael Hamilton MSP, exploring insights from the BiGGAR Report
- Ben McPherson MSP, addressing issues impacting Edinburgh
These meetings centered on the cumulative effect of regulations impacting the self-catering sector, including:
- The abolition of the Furnished Holiday Let (FHL) tax regime
- The introduction of the Visitor Levy
- Challenges surrounding Short-Term Let Licensing
- The potential imposition of Planning Control Areas
The cross-party discussions marked a significant step in ensuring that the voice of ASSC members and the broader self-catering community is heard. By fostering collaboration with policymakers, the ASSC continues to advocate for fair and proportionate solutions to support Scotland’s vital self-catering sector.
Stay tuned for updates as the ASSC works to champion the interests of our members and Scotland’s tourism industry.