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

Tourism continues to play a vital role in the Scottish economy

A ‘perfect storm’ looms for industry

Culmination of factors could threaten tourism sector’s future, warns the STA

Return to levels system from 26th April

Bars and restaurants across Scotland could be allowed to start reopening from 26th April – but it will be under coronavirus levels restrictions, first minister Nicola Sturgeon has said.

Trade gears up to reopen

Bar, restaurant and hotel operators and staff across Scotland are gearing up to open indoors to customers tomorrow (Wednesday July 15) after almost four months of closure

Trade welcomes action on reviews

Investigation into alleged misuse is “long overdue”, groups say By Gillian McKenzie AN investigation into alleged “unlawful practices” on review websites has been welcomed by trade...

The top tier of the Scottish on-trade

Operators and venues recognised at 2018 SLTN Awards

Revised levels info published

The Scottish Government has published updated details of its COVID protection levels, detailing what will be allowed in hospitality premises from 26th April.

Tiger Lily reopens the House of Suntory Japanese Garden

This 'cherry-blossom filled wonderland' will run until mid-June, offering guests a fresh, flower filled and decadent space to sip on limited edition cocktails from a menu featuring three of House of Suntory’s most popular spirits.

Whighams Wine Cellars celebrates 40 years of Bollinger and Tennent’s

At the helm throughout Whighams’ 40 years has been owner/operator Nicholas Henderson, who talked to SLTN about his storied career in vinous hospitality...

Nightclubs to close from 27th December

Nightclubs are to close from 27th December for at least three weeks, the Scottish Government has announced.

SLTN Award-winner Zach is a champion for Scotland’s bartenders

Zach Sapato, who was given the 2023 SLTN Hospitality Hero Award, started his bartending career in Illinois, going on to win US-wide cocktail competitions for Amaro Montenegro and Angostura.

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Neil Morrison
ASK THE OPERATOR Neil Morrison
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