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Monthly Archives: January 2014

• 7000 pubs received promotion kits.

Whithorn pub picture perfect for campaign

A SCOTTISH pub found itself at the heart of a national campaign championing the licensed trade this month. Isle of Whithorn pub the Steam Packet...
• The Bill has yet to be published and could come into force in a year.

Yet more change is on the horizon

Forthcoming Licensing Bill set to bring raft of amendments THE Licensing (Scotland) Act 1976 was long past its sell-by date. It had failed to keep...

Time to raise a glass to the 125ml wine measure

By Gillian McKenzie OPERATORS are being encouraged to increase the availability of 125ml wine measures in a new campaign by the Scottish Government Alcohol Industry...
• Bilslands, on the Isle of Arran, has been under the same ownership for more than 40 years.

Island business up for sale

A BAR, restaurant and retail business on the Isle of Arran is up for sale after more than 40 years under the same ownership. Located...
• Creag Mhor Lodge has ten letting rooms.

Lodge a bid for loch-side business

A NEW owner is being sought for a hotel business on the banks of Loch Linhe near Fort William. Creag Mhor Lodge trades with ten...
• Unused spaces, such as storage rooms or meeting rooms, can be converted to create a private hire entertainment space such as a karaoke room.

Entertain change to break from the pack

Expanding range of options can set venues apart, say firms IN an ever competitive marketplace, it seems a strong entertainment offer can help a venue...
• Tennent’s performed well.

C&C reports ‘resilient’ festive trade

THE owner of Tennent’s and Magners has reported “resilient” trading in Scotland over the festive period. Posting an interim management statement for the four months...
• David Grevemberg of Glasgow 2014 (left) and Roger White of AG Barr.

Barr toasts launch of Games activity

SOFT drinks firm AG Barr is to spend £12 million marketing its brands in the run up to the Commonwealth Games. The activity, which...
• Corrour House is located in the Cairngorms National Park near Aviemore.

Chance to grab a slice of park life

Guest house close to host of outdoor activities and attractions A FOUR-star guest house in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park has come onto...
Basement Bar

Mexican flavour for capital bar

EDINBURGH’S Basement Bar has been relaunched following a three-week refurbishment. The interior of the Mexican-themed bar and restaurant, which is owned by Signature Pub Group,...

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