The Herald – Calls to Scrap Short-Lets Law as Businesses Go to the Wall
The front page of The Herald newspaper from May 31, 2024, features the following stories:
- Calls to Scrap Short-Lets Law as Businesses Go to the Wall: B&Bs and self-catering businesses are struggling due to new regulations requiring short-term lets to have a license. Trade bodies are calling for the legislation to be scrapped as they claim it is damaging the economy and leading to business closures. [https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/24356808.ministers-told-scrap-scots-holiday-let-licensing-100s-shut/]
- Starmer to Unveil His Party’s Offer to Scotland: Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer is set to present his party’s proposals for Scotland. [https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/24357203.keir-starmer-says-labour-plans-dont-risk-north-sea-jobs/]
Other Stories
- Norway’s Love Affair with ‘Varmepumpers’: An article exploring Norway’s widespread adoption of heat pumps and the implications for energy efficiency and environmental policy.
- Edinburgh’s Festival Scene Could Be Hit, Warn Industry Insiders: Concerns are raised that the restrictive short-lets law could negatively impact Edinburgh’s festivals, a significant draw for tourism and local economy.
- Big Yin Blooms at Botanics: A feature on a display at the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh celebrating Billy Connolly, known as the “Big Yin.”
- Edinburgh International Book Festival Ends Baillie Gifford Link: The book festival has announced it will no longer partner with Baillie Gifford due to concerns over the company’s investments in firms linked to fossil fuels and the Israeli occupation.
- Scots Back the Return of Beavers: A new survey shows that a majority of Scots support the reintroduction of beavers, recognising their role in promoting biodiversity and environmental benefits.
- Tributes as Two Found Dead After Walking Trip: Tributes are paid to two individuals who were found dead following a walking trip in the Highlands.
