NTIA launches legal challenge to vaccine passports
The Night Time Industries Association (NTIA) is launching legal action against the Scottish Government’s vaccination certification scheme.
Sturgeon sets out ‘nightclub’ criteria for certification scheme
The Scottish Government has moved to clarify which late-night venues will be affected by the upcoming COVID vaccination certificate scheme.
Parliament passport vote ‘extremely disappointing’
Confirmation that Scotland’s vaccine certification scheme will go ahead has been described as “extremely disappointing”.
Staff will be exempt from vaccine certification
Employees in late-night venues will be exempt from the Scottish Government’s proposed vaccine certification (or ‘passport’) scheme, according to documents published today (9th September).
‘Dismay’ over vaccine passport plan
Yesterday's announcement that vaccine certificates could be required for entry into Scottish nightclubs and larger events has caused “dismay” in the sector, with trade groups criticising the Scottish Government for a lack of consultation with the industry.
Vaccine certificate plan for nightclubs
Vaccine certificates could be required for entry to nightclubs later this month, first minster Nicola Sturgeon has announced.
Delivery driver strike suspended
A planned strike of delivery drivers has been suspended while drivers vote on whether to accept an improved pay offer.
Orders falling short as supply issues bite
Supply chain issues across the UK, including delivery driver shortages, are causing some pubs to have their beer orders cancelled or to receive deliveries that “fall short by around 75%”, according to trade group the Scottish Licensed Trade Association (SLTA).
Scottish Government updates hospitality guidance
The Scottish Government has updated its guidance for the tourism and hospitality sector ahead of the relaxation of restrictions on Monday (9th August).
‘Vertical drinking’ will be permitted from Monday
Customers will be able to drink at the bar from Monday 9th August after the Scottish Government confirmed the 'wearing of face masks is not required while eating or drinking whether seated or standing' when restrictions are eased.
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