Crerar invests in recruitment and retention

Scottish hotels group Crerar Hotels is taking steps to tackle the industry staffing crisis with a new initiative to help the company attract and retain more employees.

Distillery dog is ready for his close-up

The co-owner of an independent Scottish distillery and his furry friend are hoping to be named ‘top dog’ in Scotland – and raise some money for charity in the process.
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Gin71 founder is looking to pass the torch

Paul Reynolds, the founder of gin and cocktail bar Gin71, hopes a new owner will continue to grow the business as he looks to sell the company.

Publicans lodge objection to fanzone liquor licence

Glasgow publicans have written to the city’s licensing board to formally object to the application for a licence to sell alcohol at the upcoming Euro 2020 ‘fanzone’.
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New initiative aims to tackle staff shortage

Trade group UK Hospitality has teamed with the Department for Work & Pensions (DWP) to promote jobs in hospitality as the sector faces a staff shortage.  

Mathew is Number One at The Balmoral

Mathew Sherry has been named as the new head chef at The Balmoral’s Michelin-starred restaurant, Number One.

New life for Ardoe House

An Aberdeen hotel is preparing to reopen its doors after the appointment of a new management company.
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Glasgow operators hit out at £350 grants

Glasgow licensees have hit out at the £350 weekly grant available under level three restrictions, saying it doesn’t cover costs while their pubs are shut.

Spanish star to shine in Glasgow

Michelin-starred Spanish chef Miguel Angel Major is spearheading a brand new food offer at Rioja restaurant in Glasgow.

Buzzing back to Bath Street

One of Glasgow’s longest-established late-night bars is preparing to reopen after being taken on by a new owner.

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