Could this be the final straw?
Trade welcomes campaign to cut plastic straw use
New city bins plan under fire
Operators say changes will cost businesses time and money
Beer money for social pubs firm
Social enterprise pub group opens fifth unit after investment package
Proposed Bill divides trade
War of words over the need for a Scottish pubs code heats up
Rates remain the biggest challenge
Industry groups ‘cautiously optimistic’ about 2018
Licensing ‘needs national direction’
Alcohol Focus Scotland calls for legislation to be consolidated
Minimum pricing will lead to price rises
THE Scottish Government’s proposed 50p MUP could increase the price of around 70% of alcohol sold through the off-trade
Budget policies are a mixed bag
Some measures welcomed but groups say uncertainties remain
Capital hotel levy under fire
Edinburgh council proposes tax on visitors to the city
‘Robust’ year for property sector
Optimism ahead of 2018 after market enjoys a “bumper” spell
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