Key activities happening this week to advocate for and support Scotland’s self-catering sector:
Our CEO, Fiona Campbell, delivered a lecture as part of Napier University’s postgraduate module Contemporary Issues in Hospitality Management today. The session explored:
– The regulatory and economic pressures shaping our industry
– The £1 billion contribution of self-catering to Scotland’s economy
– The impact of Short-Term Let licensing, taxation changes, and visitor levies
– Key trends in sustainability, experiential travel, and digital innovation
– How businesses can effectively engage with policymakers – from formal reports to creative storytelling.
With Scotland’s tourism sector at a crossroads, this was a timely opportunity to discuss how we balance sensible regulation, economic resilience, and community needs.
Discussing key industry issues, upcoming regulatory changes, and opportunities for short-term let operators.
A crucial step in ensuring any visitor levy implementation is practical and manageable for operators.
We’re hosting a session with Jo Millar to discuss pressing industry topics. If you have questions, please send them in advance.
Fiona will be contributing to discussions on how visitor levy funds should be allocated to benefit local communities and tourism businesses.
Fiona will be attending, as well as Anna Scott (ASSC Partnership, Membership, and Events Lead), and Myah Thomas (ASSC Marketing and Communications)
Fiona will be taking part in BBC Scotland’s Debate Night, key discussions will ensure self-catering has a voice in shaping Scotland’s tourism future.
Joining industry leaders across the EU to discuss common regulatory challenges and best practices.
Ensuring that the self-catering sector is considered in the development of policies affecting tourism in the Highlands.
A busy and impactful week ahead. As always, we welcome your input on any of these topics – your insights help shape our advocacy efforts.