Should councils control rates?
Trade split on suggestion local authorities should run the show
By Dave Hunter
The licensed trade is split over suggestions that all control of business rates...
Calls for new board guidance
Fresh calls for the Scottish Government to issue updated guidance for licensing boards have been issued as new boards are elected following last week’s...
Clarity is needed on fit and proper
Clear definition required as applicant assessment is reintroduced to law
Operators and trade groups have issued fresh calls for a clear definition of ‘fit and...
New boards must understand trade
Incoming councillors should take time to learn about the business
By Dave Hunter
SCOTLAND’S incoming licensing boards should take the time to learn about the licensed...
Livingstone wins Diageo fellowship
AYRSHIRE operator Nick Livingstone has secured the inaugural Diageo Learning for Life Saltire Fellowship.
Livingstone, who runs the 7 Saints bar in Prestwick, gained the...
AFS under fire from industry
ALCOHOL Focus Scotland (AFS) has been criticised by the drinks industry following the release of the charity’s latest report, which makes over 40 policy...
Beware of the workforce gap
THE UK hospitality industry could face a 60,000 staff shortfall if EU migration is halted post-Brexit, a report commissioned by the British Hospitality Association...
Rates headaches continue for trade
By Matthew Lynas
LOCAL authorities have been left scrambling to implement the temporary cap on business rates increases for the hospitality industry with guidelines coming...
Fresh calls for review of laws
FRESH calls for Scottish licensing legislation to be reviewed and consolidated have been issued after scrutiny of England and Wales’ Act by a Lords...
SLTN Awards seeks best in the business
THE journey to the biggest night in the Scottish licensed trade calender starts here, with the launch of the SLTN Awards 2017.
This year ‘s...
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