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

Hospitality Health hits the Wellness target for Flight Club Edinburgh

The charity encourages employers to acquire the tools and skills needed to properly recognise and understand stress amongst their workforce.
A young man sits smiling in front of a bar

Buzzworks management buyout sees Kenny Blair take overall control 

“This deal gives us the momentum to move further, faster – investing in people, places and new formats in more towns and suburbs across the country."
Jennifer Macdonald-Nethercott with Turas Hotels director Richard Drummon

New appointments at growing Highland hotels and distillery group

Turas Hotels, which recently purchased Aviemore’s Cairngorm Hotel, has had a ‘complete leadership refinement’ as it targets further growth in Scotland.
Brian Carnochan outside The Glenhead Tavern in Duntocher

Carnochan and Star plan £300,000 revival of defunct Duntocher pub

“My aim is to restore The Glenhead Tavern to its glory days when it was the place to go. Star Pubs’ designs are spot-on and will maximise the pub’s income."
The Ubiquitous Chip general manager Will Allen

The Ubiquitous Chip announces ‘sensitive’ multi-million pound restoration

The works, which will close the Ashton Lane venue for around 60 days from Saturday 5 July, promise to ‘preserve the building’s unique character and legacy'
A beer garden

Factors to consider to ensure licensing compliance in outdoor areas

"As a licensing solicitor, I get an upsurge in compliance issues that track the mercury rising! Here are my top tips to ensure you are covered for summer..."
Scran & Roadie's Chris Mears (left) with the Worq Group's Jonathan Doherty (right)

Scran + Roadie brings New York pizza buzz to Glasgow’s Saltmarket

The planned opening on June 21 will be just ahead of the following month’s three-day Trnsmt Festival on the Green, which will bring huge crowds to the area.

It’s all about drink versatility and low waste at The Social

Scotsman Group Bar Manager Kenny Brownlee likes things that keep his customers happy & make his staff's life easier. Like London Essence’s Freshly Infused dispense system.

Signature’s ‘Rosé Trail’ will paint Edinburgh pink this summer

The Huxley on Rutland St, Copper Blossom on George St and McLarens on the Corner in Morningside are showcasing some of the world's best rosé wine.
Stephen Leckie, Jim Fairlie, and Richard Lochhead.

Business Minister hails Crieff Hydro’s £5m investment

In one of the largest single investments ever made by Scotland’s oldest registered trading company, six new bar and restaurant spaces have been created.

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