Episode
Business Rates Crisis Hits Scotland
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- May 26, 2026
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- 110
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Summary
Knight Frank’s new business rates chief Steve Dunbar is stepping in at a critical moment as Scottish businesses face sky-high tax bills after a brutal revaluation—many seeing their rateable values double or triple. With appeals closing July 31, Dunbar’s decades of experience are urgently needed to help firms avoid overpaying for the next three years. Meanwhile, pressure mounts on First Minister John Swinney to overhaul the broken system, with UKHospitality Scotland demanding a permanent poundage cut within his first 100 days—a move that could unlock investment and jobs across the sector. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/9d71f979dd4508b8