Following a support package announced in England, UKHospitality Scotland has called for the Scottish Government to make good on its promise to use new funds to support the sector.
Leon Thompson, Executive Director of UKHospitality Scotland, said: “Now we have seen the details of the business rates support package in England, I urge the Scottish Government to move swiftly to make good on its promise at the Scottish Budget to use these funds to support hospitality.
“Like in England, Scottish hospitality businesses are facing steep hikes to business rates. Hotels are facing average increases of £68,000 over three years. Pubs are set for an average £36,000 increase.
“This is a hospitality-wide problem that needs a hospitality-wide solution.
“The Scottish Government should rapidly outline its plans to bring forward a support package for the entire sector, to support business viability, jobs and the communities that rely on these businesses.
“I stand ready to work collaboratively with the Scottish Government on a package that best supports the hospitality sector.”
