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The top stories and latest news, dedicated to the licensed trade in Scotland.

Calls for more support as 6000 UK premises ‘lost’ to lockdowns

Hospitality businesses need further support if they are to survive and play their part in rebuilding the economy, trade groups have said, as new figures show almost 6000 premises across the UK closed permanently last year.

VisitScotland to scrap booking facility

Tourism marketing body pledges to help industry find alternative option. VisitScotland has pledged to help hoteliers find alternative third party booking systems after confirming plans to scrap its own online reservations facility next month.

Schweppes offers licensed venues a £20,000 summer social giveaway 

The competition closes on Sunday 30th July, and then 20 randomly selected venues will win £1000 in cash to put towards the costs of a Summer Social event.

Time for national debate on levy

Independent research into impact of a tourist tax on sector is required
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Scottish Government announces ‘top-up’ grants for hospitality

The Scottish Government has announced new “top-up” grants of £6000 or £25,000 for hospitality businesses
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Carr returns to the SLTN Awards

Carr will preside over the presentation of more than 20 coveted corkscrew trophies

Scotland’s oldest brewer continues to play a major role in the beer sector

Belhaven refuses to stand still - in the coming months it will unveil fresh branding for Belhaven Black, and gear up to launch McCallum’s Sweet Scottish Stout.

Pubs the real winners in bumper day for trade

IT was a great day for pubs up and down the country when the World Cup and Wimbledon tournaments came to a head on the same day.

Holyrood to cap rates increases

SCOTTISH finance minister Derek Mackay has announced that any increases in business rates from April 1 will be capped at 12.5% for hospitality businesses. The...

ScotHot returns to Glasgow’s SEC this March

It will be a ‘must-attend’ event for all sector professionals, offering an opportunity for guests to meet with suppliers, network with others to share ideas and inspiration, and learn about the latest trends from across the industry.

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