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International Women’s Day 2025 – Janice McIntosh of Whyte and Mackay

"There have been times when I have been the only female in the room, but I’m delighted that is changing..."
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International Women’s Day 2025 – Lou Pollitt of Lucky Saint

"It’s amazing what an unlock it can be to prove you know the difference between a Best Bitter and a Pale Ale…”
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International Women’s Day 2025 – Munnawar Chishty of Carlsberg Britvic

"At Carlsberg Britvic, female equality is actively supported through several initiatives that empower women and foster an inclusive environment..."

International Women’s Day 2025 – Duygu Karaman of Global Brands

"In many cases those who initially underestimated me have become some of my strongest business partners..."
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International Women’s Day 2025 – Lauren Hutchison, licensee of The Steadings

"Successful women must lead from the front and demonstrate to other women that there are no glass ceilings..."
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Seamless seeks to open a new chapter for UK hospitality technology

The platform claims to combine 'years of industry insight' with a commitment to making technology more accessible and flexible for independent operators.
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Well organised and maintained equipment and spaces can make all the difference

Behind the bar – the area(s) the customer doesn’t see, but which play such a crucial role in the experience of every visit to a venue.
St Patrick's Day crowd in Dublin

St Patricks Day celebration of all things Irish is a chance to drive trade

The date dedicated to Ireland’s patron saint, March 17th, falls on a Monday this year, so peak Patrick will be the weekend of March 14th, 15th and 16th.

Hospitality Hero Award winner is always putting her regular customers first

Anyone outside of the trade that wanted to know why community pubs are such an important part of Scottish life should have a chat to Louise Parvin. 
A man, wearing a lifejacket, stands on the open back of a boat at sea, holding a lobster in each hand

Chef-owner Dean Banks sees opportunity amidst hospitality’s hard times

Entrepreneurial chef patron Dean Banks is going into 2025 somewhat torn by the turbulent times gripping Scotland’s hospitality industry.

Columns

Jack Cummins
LEGAL
Jack Cummins
ONLY DRAMS
Andrew Dowson
Neil Morrison
ASK THE OPERATOR
Neil Morrison
THE GRAPEVINE
Luke Richardson