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Operators must adapt once again but improvements can boost profits and increase property values, writes chartered surveyor Alan Gordon

Latest law makes its mark on trade

FIRST came the smoking ban; now the lowering of the drink drive limit is dealing another blow to pubs and hotels, which are once...
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Young people are key to hospitality

Supporting initiatives which encourage youngsters into the industry is more important than ever, writes Barclays’ Paul Smith NEWS that the number of people working in...
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Trade must be aware of powers

It’s vital operators know what police and LSOs can and can’t do during premises visits, writes licensing lawyer Janet Hood THE Scottish Government has given...
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Pubs can offer a taste of our best

There is a growing appetite amongst visitors to try local produce and traditional dishes, writes VisitScotland’s Riddell Graham THIS year has been incredible for Scottish...
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Give some time to working hours

All employers need to be aware of changes to the laws governing working hours, writes Caroline Carr of BTO Solicitors THE Children and Families Act...
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Independence referendum special

A successful hospitality industry requires consistency, writes Beppo Buchanan-Smith AS the referendum on Scotland’s future reaches the final straight and the noise of debate and...
The Wine Guy

When it comes to wine, operators should dare to be different

By Guy Chatfield IN the throes of doing the day job a couple of weeks ago, something tickled me – metaphorically speaking, that is! I was...
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Local beer crafts its place in pubs

No licensee who is serious about beer can ignore the trend for cask ale and craft in keg, writes SIBA boss Mike Benner TAKE...
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Don’t fall victim to bribery laws

Hospitality businesses are just as susceptible to being caught out over infringements, writes Andrew Cockburn of Oswalds THE Bribery Act 2010 came into force on...
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Protect yourself on foreign affairs

It’s vital businesses with non-UK staff guard themselves against allegations of discrimination, writes lawyer Ben Thornber. There’s a lot of political talk about curbing immigration....

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