Signature boss says budget blows have pushed group into a ‘loss-making position’
“We are fully committed to survival and boosting sales, but despite our efforts, our profits continue to decline year after year. Several times this year, I have found myself asking, ‘What’s the point?’
Pubs and restaurants given 40% business rates relief in Scottish Budget
However, the measure is only being put in place for venues with a rateable value up to and including £51K – a caveat that will exclude many struggling businesses from this urgently needed financial boost.
CHANCE low-alcohol cider promises to ‘define a new category’
John Logue, former head of marketing at CROSSIP Drinks, Rekorderlig Cider and Lucky Saint, knows a thing or two about both cider and the no-and-low drinks market.
Cocktail collaboration promises a spirited weekend at Glasgow’s Rascal bar
This Sunday, Rascal will be serving up cocktails featuring the Glasgow Distillery’s premium spirits, including Glasgow 1770 Single Malt Scotch Whisky, G52 Botanical Vodka and Banditti Club Rum.
Crieff Hydro announces major investment that will ‘herald a new era’ for the resort
The multi-million-pound project will create a new day-to-night bar, refurbished dining areas, and a speakeasy bar, offering a new experience for hotel guests and Country Club members to enjoy.
Buzzworks scores nine years in a row on the ‘Best Companies to Work For’...
The Ayrshire-based business, which now operates 21 venues across Scotland, earned 60th place on the ‘Best Large Company to Work For in the UK’ list – climbing six places from last year’s result.
Remembering Ken McCulloch – one of Scotland’s most successful and innovative hoteliers
Industry mourns the ground-breaking creator of La Bonne Auberge, One Devonshire Gardens, Malmaison Hotel Group and Dakota Hotels.
Attract high-spending guests with ‘a sense of place, adventure and mystique’
Luxury tourism in Scotland is expected to break all records in 2025 – and hospitality businesses should prepare to make the most of the trend.
AC by Marriott Glasgow chief hails ‘phenomenal’ first year in city centre
“Glasgow punches well above its weight internationally, with first class events and conferencing facilities, major sporting events, and a tourism proposition that attracts people from all over the world."
Banks opens his second Dulse seafood restaurant down by the shore at Leith
The new venue's launch closely followed the chef’s double at the SLTN Awards, where he was named Entrepreneur of the year in addition to a win for his St Andrews restaurant Dune for best newcomer.
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