Festive trade blow for Scottish pubs

Rural outlets remain hardest hit in ‘difficult’ environment CHRISTMAS and new year business was down for almost half of outlets, with rural pubs the hardest...

Trade careers need promoted

Changing perceptions of the industry requires a shift in attitudes CHANGING perceptions of careers in hospitality will require a cultural shift in attitudes, according to...

Call for review of licensing laws

Current system should be assessed ahead of tenth anniversary A ROOT and branch review of licensing legislation should be conducted ahead of the tenth anniversary...

Rates increases blasted

OPERATORS and trade groups have slammed newly announced draft rateable values which will see many licensees across Scotland paying higher business rates. The proposed rateable...

Holyrood: Tied pubs are not disadvantaged

Study into Scottish pub market recommends more conversation before legislation LEASED pubs operating under the beer tie in Scotland are not unfairly disadvantaged when compared...

Alcohol licensing is ‘unacceptable’

By Dave Hunter LICENSING lawyers have urged the Scottish Government to tackle the “unacceptable” state of alcohol licensing in Scotland. The Scottish trade has seen a...

The spotlight is on careers at BII

Trade group’s new chair will look at changing perceptions PROMOTING the licensed trade as a rewarding, long-term career choice will be the top priority for...

Holyrood: Tied pubs are not disadvantaged

Study into Scottish pub market recommends more conversation before legislation LEASED pubs operating under the beer tie in Scotland are not unfairly disadvantaged when compared...

Kained set to top ten venues

SLTN Award-winning group continues ambitious expansion GLASGOW-based bar and restaurant group Kained Holdings is poised for further expansion with the launch of three outlets before...

Pub growth is in firm’s sights

New appointment signals next step in expansion plans GLASGOW-based wholesaler JW Filshill is aiming to grow its presence in the independent free-trade following the appointment...

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