Scottish agents have slammed a decision by the devolved government to deny them business rates relief for a third year in succession.
High street agents in Scotland (pictured: Fort William) remain at a disadvantage following the Budget (Credit: iStock / hopsalka)
Holyrood on Wednesday (4 December) extended 40% business rates relief to most of Scotland’s hospitality industry, meaning it enjoys the same concession as England and Wales.
However, unlike Westminster, it failed to offer it to retail and leisure businesses, including travel agencies. The Scottish Passenger Agents’ Association (SPAA) called the decision “unfair and shortsighted”.
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