Licensees thrown a ‘lifeline’
PERSONAL licence holders in some parts of Scotland who failed to notify their board of completed refresher training in time were thrown a “lifeline”...
JD Wetherspoon eyes expansion
PUB giant JD Wetherspoon aims to open a further 20 outlets in Scotland over the next five years.
The move is part of a wider...
Eatery in the spirit of giving
EDINBURGH restaurant Steak got into the festive spirit last month when it hosted its annual Christmas lunch for the city’s homeless.
The eatery teamed...
Brewery to banish gluten from beer
Edinburgh-based firm claims to be first gluten-free producer in the UK
WHAT is claimed to be the UK’s first entirely gluten-free craft brewery is about...
Eateries urged to go further than rules
Demand for ‘free-from’ dishes after new EU allergens law is introduced
RESTAURATEURS are being encouraged to go beyond the recent EU requirements on allergen information...
Pubs go their own way on Bard’s day
Operators aren’t afraid to shake up the old traditions around Burns Night
IT’S traditionally one of the quietest times of the year; a post-festive lull...
Rates review is required
BUSINESS groups have called on the Scottish Government to review its business rates structure following George Osborne’s Autumn Statement.
The chancellor announced that...
Police visits require a ‘fresh approach’
POLICE Scotland should review its approach to premises visits, according to the former head of the force’s national licensing policy unit.
Speaking at the...
Fife distillery opens its doors
THE new Kingsbarns Distillery and Visitor Centre in Fife has opened its doors.
The single malt distillery, which overlooks Kingsbarns golf course, was officially opened...
Arms wide open in East Kilbride
By Graeme Murray
The Lost Lamb comes home to open new restaurant venture
AS one half of sibling restaurateurs The Sisters, Pauline O’Donnell is a well-kent...
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