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

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Fringe benefits for city venues

Transport disruption negates biggest ever festival’s perks .
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Policies hurting Scottish tourism

New figures showing a significant decline in the number of international visitors coming to Scotland.
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Greene King in £4.6 billion sale

Belhaven parent company Greene King has announced that it has agreed a £4.6 billion sale to Hong Kong-based property firm CK Asset Holdings.
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Highland tax consultation “astonishing”

HIGHLAND Council is facing criticism after it launched a consultation into the possible introduction of a visitor levy, or ‘tourist tax’.
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Trade is upbeat despite Brexit

Scottish licensees are upbeat about their businesses despite challenges such as Brexit and business rates
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Consultation on capital SEVs

City of Edinburgh Council has launched a public consultation on the potential licensing of sexual entertainment venues (SEVs) in the city.
Hotels facing difficulty due to lack of staff amid Brexit fears

Brexit: staffing crisis deepens

Hoteliers across Scotland are facing their “most difficult season” due to a lack of staff, according to hotel groups.
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Property market is strong but cautious

The demand for hospitality premises in Scotland remains strong in spite of multiple challenges, according to specialist property advisor Christie & Co.
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A multi-million boost for Moray

The tourism industry should be among the beneficiaries of a pledged £65 million investment in Moray.
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Don’t allow age checks to lapse

New figures underline importance of a robust ID policy .

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