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

Digital shortfall is hurting trade

By Graeme Murray The lack of mobile and internet connectivity in parts of Scotland is said to be hurting hospitality businesses. Operators in the Highlands told...

Surge in UK workers seeking hospitality jobs

Extrapolating the results of this latest worker survey to the UK population as a whole suggests that some 2.9 million people are currently thinking of making a move into hospitality from another sector
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‘Continuing uncertainty’ as lockdown easing paused

The Scottish hospitality industry faces “continuing uncertainty” following yesterday’s announcement from the first minister that the easing of coronavirus restrictions is likely to be paused for three weeks.
• Celery is one of the 14 ingredients which must be listed under new EU rules.

Food labelling’s cost to industry

By Graeme Murray Allergen legislation will impact bars and restaurants THE introduction of food allergen labelling could cost the trade millions, Scottish restaurant leaders have warned. New...

Industry launches legal action against hospitality restrictions

Five of Scotland’s hospitality industry trade groups have joined forces to launch a legal action against restrictions imposed on the sector by the Scottish Government

Coronavirus: Scottish Government calls on Westminster to extend support for tourism and hospitality until...

The Scottish Government has written to chancellor Rishi Sunak to make the case for ongoing support for Scotland’s tourism and hospitality industries in order to mitigate the impact of COVID-19 on the sectors

Greene King achieves 100% pass rate in Best Bar None accreditation

Best Bar None is already recognised for identifying well-run licensed premises - but the multi-site accreditation scheme is a new venture for the body

Whisky group lodges minimum pricing appeal

THE Scotch Whisky Association has lodged an appeal against the Court of Session ruling that minimum pricing is legal. In his judgement earlier this month...
• The BID aims to make a range of improvements to Sauchiehall Street.

Operators back BID initiative

Bar and nightclub operators on Glasgow’s Sauchiehall Street have backed a new initiative.

Marcello Ventisei takes the reins at Glasgow’s Grand Central Hotel

Marcello plans to elevate its status as Glasgow's most loved hotel, positioning it as the leading Wedding and Event venue in the city...

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