Oct 30, 2026, 11:23 AMretooted JackTheRebelCat 🏴 🇵🇸 🇺🇦
Currently, operators can be awarded a licence from the government as long as they have submitted a planning application – even if it is still pending. This can result in landlords applying repeatedly for planning permission only to withdraw it when they receive a licence, according to a Living Rent representative who gave a deputation.
Edinburgh councillors urge John Swinney to fix short-term let loophole | The National