Scottish Government Economy Bulletin
The Economy Bulletin brings you Scottish Government news and information to ensure you are up to date with the latest policy developments, requests for action and consultations where your views are being sought to help shape future initiatives.
Non Domestic Rates Legislation
New non-domestic rates legislation has been laid before the Scottish Parliament, which sets out measures announced in the Scottish Budget.
More details can be found at the links below:
SSI 2025/39: The Non-Domestic Rates (Transitional Relief) (Scotland) Regulations 2025
SSI 2025/40: The Non-Domestic Rates (Hospitality Relief) (Scotland) Regulations 2025
Tobacco and Nicotine Vapour Products Register
Retailers are being encouraged to confirm their online details with the Scottish Government after important changes to the Tobacco and Nicotine Vapour Products Register.
Businesses should verify their identity through ScotAccount and update their information on Epass - the new digital platform - as part of updates to make it easier to manage premises registrations and work more effectively with Trading Standards and other enforcement bodies.
To learn more, visit ScotAccount or contact tobaccocontrolteam@gov.scot.