ASSC Scotland

24/05/2025

📢 Closing Tomorrow! ASSC Barometer Survey

We would really appreciate if you could complete our Barometer Survey if you haven't already. The data is critical to inform our activities as an organisation, and helps support the health of the sector.

Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PBRKJZB

We appreciate that the survey takes a little time — we encourage you to take 10 minutes, with a cup of tea, to share your experience.

⏳ If you’re short on time, feel free to skip the more detailed questions — every response still adds value.

You can help impact:

🏛️ Scottish Government policy
📈 National tourism strategy via VisitScotland and the STA
📣 Our ability to effectively advocate on behalf of Scotland’s self-catering sector

📝 Please complete the survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PBRKJZB

Thank you for supporting the health and sustainability of our sector.



Scottish Tourism Alliance Self Catering Owners Scotland VisitScotland.org

23/05/2025

🏡 Run a Self-Catering Business in Scotland? Join the ASSC Today & Save £60! 🎉

Now’s the perfect time to become part of the Association of Scotland’s Self-Caterers – the trusted voice of Scotland’s £867M self-catering sector. For a limited time, we’re waiving the £60 joining fee for new members!

✅ Why Join the ASSC?

- Strong Representation – We actively lobby on key issues like short-term let licensing, planning regulations, and tourism tax.

- Expert Support – Access up-to-date legal & regulatory guidance, fire safety advice, licensing resources, and more.

- Marketing Boost – Feature on our consumer facing website, EmbraceScotland, and receive marketing support.

- Business Tools – Use our templates, guides, and advice to strengthen your operations.

- Member-Only Discounts – Save on essentials like insurance, booking platforms, energy, utilities, and more!

- Networking & Learning – Join exclusive webinars, gatherings, and workshops.

- Stay Informed – Get essential updates on policy, tourism trends, and research.

🎁 Special Offer: Save £60 by joining today! Use Promo Code: ASSCSOCIAL

Join now: https://www.assc.co.uk/join-the-assc

Be part of Scotland’s professional self-catering community. Let’s secure the future of our industry together. 💪

22/05/2025

🗣 Have your say: Aberdeenshire Visitor Levy Consultation now open!

Aberdeen City Council is inviting feedback on its proposal to introduce a Visitor Levy under the new Visitor Levy (Scotland) Act 2024.

📅 Consultation open until 1st July 2025

You can find the consultation link and latest developments in the attachment at the bottom of this page:

The Association of Scotland's Self-Caterers. Supporting self-catering in Scotland. ASSC Membership. Benefits. Advice. Representation.

22/05/2025

📢 SuperControl Users: Step-by-Step Guide on How to Provide Evidence for Your NDR Declaration

If your self-catering property is entered in the Valuation Roll, you must submit your annual NDR declaration — confirming 70+ nights let and 140+ nights available for the 2024/25 financial year, with supporting evidence.

SuperControl have created a step-by-step video guide to show you exactly how to access and download the evidence from your account.

🎥 Watch the video here 👉 https://www.assc.co.uk/partners-for-business/supercontrol-users-step-by-step-guide-on-how-to-provide-evidence-for-your-ndr-declaration

SuperControl Online Booking System SuperControl Community

The Association of Scotland's Self-Caterers. Supporting self-catering in Scotland. ASSC Membership. Benefits. Advice. Representation.

21/05/2025

🚨 URGENT DEADLINE – DO NOT LEAVE YOUR NON-DOMESTIC RATES RETURN TOO LATE 🚨

Self-catering operators — don’t risk Tribunal appeals or double council tax. If your property is on the Valuation Roll, you must declare at least 70 nights of actual letting and 140 nights available for 2024/25.

Our advice is to submit it before Monday 26th May 2025.

📨 File your declaration via the Scottish Assessors Portal, which you can find in the link below.

You’ll need your Assessor Reference or Access Code and clear evidence of lettings.

The ASSC continues to fight for fair treatment of Scotland’s self-caterers — but you must act now to protect your own position.

ℹ️ Find out more here:

The Association of Scotland's Self-Caterers. Supporting self-catering in Scotland. ASSC Membership. Benefits. Advice. Representation.

21/05/2025

🏠 ASSC has submitted evidence to the European Commission’s Affordable Housing Plan, stressing that blaming short-term lets isn’t the solution.

STLs make up just 1% of housing, and data from Edinburgh shows restricting them hasn’t lowered rents — rents rose 14% in 2024.

Short-term lets also support local jobs and tourism, especially in rural areas.

Europe needs smart, evidence-based housing policies focused on increasing housing supply — not restricting visitors or short-term lets.

Read more here:

The Association of Scotland's Self-Caterers. Supporting self-catering in Scotland. ASSC Membership. Benefits. Advice. Representation.

21/05/2025

📻 This morning on BBC Radio 4’s Today programme, ASSC CEO Fiona Campbell responded to Spain’s decision to force Airbnb to delist over 65,000 short-term lets — a move causing debate across Europe.

While concerns about housing affordability are real, short-term lets often get unfairly blamed. Evidence from regulated markets like Edinburgh shows removing STRs hasn’t eased housing pressures — rents still rise.

The real issues? Underinvestment in public housing, vacant homes, and slow building. Good tourism management, smarter planning, and better infrastructure are the solutions — not fewer visitors.

In Scotland, a typical 2-bed STR adds over £50,000 annually to the economy and supports 1.1 local jobs.

Read more 👉

The Association of Scotland's Self-Caterers. Supporting self-catering in Scotland. ASSC Membership. Benefits. Advice. Representation.

21/05/2025

🚨 The Association of Scotland’s Self-Caterers (ASSC) has submitted a formal proposal to Edinburgh Council urging urgent reform to clarify the confusing planning rules tied to short-term lets (Mandatory Condition 13).

The proposal suggests introducing new Use Classes for self-catering units and second homes to replace the current unclear system, reduce conflicts, and ease enforcement pressures.

Backed by legal analysis and recent case law, this aims to create a fairer, clearer framework for operators, residents, and planners.

Read the full article to learn more:

The Association of Scotland's Self-Caterers. Supporting self-catering in Scotland. ASSC Membership. Benefits. Advice. Representation.

21/05/2025

🎙️ Tune in now! Fiona Campbell, CEO of the ASSC, is currently live on BBC Radio Scotland discussing key issues affecting Scotland’s self-catering sector.

🔗 Listen live: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/live/bbc_radio_scotland_fm

21/05/2025

The ASSC is calling for urgent action to rectify yet another blunder afflicting Scotland’s tourism industry, this time stemming from a deeply flawed implementation of the new Non-Domestic Rates (NDR) process for self-catering holiday accommodation.

Fiona Campbell, Chief Executive of ASSC said:

“It was never meant to target legitimate small businesses. The system has failed and it is now punishing the very operators who support our tourism economy and rural communities. We urge the Scottish Government and Assessors to act swiftly and lawfully to correct this injustice."

Read more:

Latest short-term let policy debacle hits Scotland’s self-catering sector, says ASCC The Association of Scotland’s Self-Caterers (ASSC) is calling for urgent action to rectify yet another blunder afflicting Scotland’s tourism industry, this time stemming from a deeply flawed implementation of ...

20/05/2025

📢 Complete the ASSC Barometer Survey – Closes in Less Than a Week

The ASSC Barometer Survey data is critical to inform our activities as an organisation, and helps support the health of the sector.

Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PBRKJZB

We appreciate that the survey takes a little time — we encourage you to take 10 minutes, with a cup of tea, to share your experience.

⏳ If you’re short on time, feel free to skip the more detailed questions — every response still adds value.

You can help impact:

🏛️ Scottish Government policy
📈 National tourism strategy via VisitScotland and the STA
📣 Our ability to effectively advocate on behalf of Scotland’s self-catering sector

📝 Please complete the survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PBRKJZB

Thank you for supporting the health and sustainability of our sector.



Scottish Tourism Alliance Self Catering Owners Scotland VisitScotland.org

19/05/2025

ASSC Marketing Members! Just a reminder that we have our Marketing Member Drop-In Surgery tomorrow at 4:30pm!

Marketing Member Drop-In Surgery:

•⁠ ⁠Date: 20th May 2025
•⁠ ⁠Time: 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
•⁠ ⁠Location: Virtual Zoom Open Meeting

What’s It All About?

This informal, interactive session is designed to provide direct support, answer your marketing-related questions, and share ideas with fellow members.

Whether you need help with your website listing, have a specific marketing challenge, or just want to connect with fellow members, we’re here to help!

Why Attend?

✔ Ask questions and receive support
✔ Get support with your EmbraceScotland marketing
✔ Connect with fellow members in a supportive space
✔ Stay updated with the latest marketing insights

There’s no set agenda – just drop in, share your thoughts, and let’s tackle your marketing challenges together!

How to Join?

Check your inbox for an email from [email protected] sent today, this contains the joining link and information. If you cannot find the joining details, please let Myah know.