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Restrictions remain until at least 24th January

Physical distancing between groups and a requirement for table service will remain in place in hospitality venues until at least 24th January, the first minister has announced.

Spiralling costs are driving a wave of hospitality closures

In 2022, hospitality recorded a drop of 4,809 premises, or 4.5% of the total that were open at the end of 2021, with more than three quarters of these closures occurring in the second half of the year.

Harris family celebrates 50 years at the Original Rosslyn Inn

Grahame Harris bought the Original Rosslyn Inn in 1973, developing the business along with wife Maureen, and continues to be involved with the hotel, which is now run by son Richard, today.

UK rights for Kronenbourg 1664 to change hands

Carlsberg Marston’s Brewing Company and Heineken UK have announced that the UK rights to produce and distribute the French beer brand Kronenbourg 1664 will transfer to the Carlsberg Group from 1 June 2023.

A Brave New distillery for Campbeltown?

Glasgow-based independent blender and bottler Brave New Spirits is seeking planning permission for a new distillery in Machrihanish.

Some of the ‘rules’ around whisky do not help to attract new customers

WHISKY is a drink that’s shrouded in all manner of traditions and beliefs – from how it’s named to how it should be drunk. 

Anne Dickie retires after half a century behind Glasgow bars

Anne has received a valedictory award from Star Pubs & Bars, in recognition of how she has put ‘her heart and soul’ into transforming The Woodend into a thriving neighbourhood institution.

Wholesale chief predicts big festive period for Scottish hospitality

Dunns Food and Drinks MD Jim Rowan said: "Everyone I speak to is really excited about the Christmas season, as the hangover of Covid appears to be over"

Non-alcoholic drinks company bolstered by £3.5 million IP valuation

Spirits of Virtue has gone from humble kitchen beginnings to employing a 20-strong workforce, shipping its premium whisky, vodka, gin, rum and tequila alternatives to 16 countries.

Arthur Bell & Sons’ care for licensees is alive and well in Bob Taylor

The famous ‘green blazer brigade’ – the Bell’s sales team named after the distinctive green blazers they would wear at industry events – were a common sight in Scottish pubs as well as industry events.

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LEGAL by Jack Cummins
FINANCIAL Wylie & Bisset
Neil Morrison
ASK THE OPERATOR Neil Morrison
THE GRAPEVINE
Luke Richardson
MEET THE MAKER
William Woodburn
MIXED UP WORLD Ewan Angus