a cockapoo dog wearing a Scotland football top sits in front of two dog bowls with German and Scotland flags

Platform makes a play for family-friendly summer football trade

In the railway arches under Central Station, Platform's fan zone aims to host football action with a family and dog-friendly atmosphere.

No visitor levy in place in Scotland until 2026 – at the earliest 

“The Visitor Levy must be viewed as a force for good, rather than being labelled as a ‘tourism tax’, which is damaging for Scotland’s reputation"
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Scotland’s Signature Group is one of the UK’s ‘best places to work’

Signature's restaurants, pubs, bars, hotels – and brewery – employ 650 people across 20 venues in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen, St Andrews and Stirling.
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Ferry problems prompt Arran’s Auchrannie Resort to offer free rooms

Arran businesses are facing ‘significant and urgent financial challenges’ due to a lack of visitor confidence in the island's ferry service.

Thomson given Master Innholder status for outstanding career

James Thomson OBE, owner of renowned Edinburgh hospitality venues The Witchery and Prestonfield House, has been a ‘great inspiration’ to the industry.
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Taylor Swift comes bearing gifts for central belt hospitality

Analysis of advertised online rates has found that the average one-night-stay in Edinburgh on Friday, June 7, currently comes in at £686.67.

Laphroaig granted a new Royal Warrant by His Majesty The King

“We are truly honoured to have Laphroaig’s commitment to excellence and sustainable practices recognised with a new Royal Warrant."

Better safe than sorry when it comes to drinking alcohol on duty

‘Drunk’: a very ordinary word with an uncomplicated meaning. But for those involved in the management of licensed businesses it has a particular significance. 

Budweiser adds Kopparberg to UK on-trade distribution portfolio

The companies said the move would allow Kopparberg to tap into Budweiser’s on-trade distribution network, and in return enhance the brewer’s Super Premium portfolio.

SLTN Award-winning Carriages is ready for a busy summer season

Carriages, in Kilmacolm, scooped Best Outdoor Area, in association with Magners, at the 2023 SLTN Awards, after a few years of change for the venue.

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