International Women’s Day 2024 – Ainslie Kelly of Disaronno International UK
“As a female in an industry that is predominantly male led, it’s been such a personal achievement to progress naturally throughout the various roles I’ve had in my career..."
International Women’s Day 2024 – Ali Johnstone and Judith Anderson of Molson Coors
"Inclusivity is rightly becoming an expectation across all business. When we all feel like we belong, better things happen, for us personally, for our teams and for our business..."
International Women’s Day 2024 – Liz Lock of Speciality Drinks
"People are naturally drawn to environments where they feel appreciated and respected, and they're more inclined to develop long-term relationships with businesses that embody these values."
International Women’s Day 2024 – Margaret Nicol of Whyte & Mackay
"It is important to remember that inclusion is not all about one type of community, or another. It affects everyone. As a ‘more experienced’ member of the company it was important to represent that side of the business."
International Women’s Day 2024 – Gemma Wills of Accolade Wines
"I’ve reflected back to times when I have been uncomfortable, or had to behave a certain way just to be heard, and whilst I know this has shaped who I am today, I also hope that future generations will have a much more level playing field."
International Women’s Day 2024 – Lucky Saint’s Mary Lynch & Sacha Harvey
"22% of the beer and pub workforce identify as female, with just 5% of brewers in the UK identifying as female. Although progress is being made, there’s still lots of room for improvement."
Isle of Skye’s Café Cùil announces new Raasay Distillery partnership
Café and distillery will together host a series of supper clubs throughout the year, while a new menu of distillery-inspired drinks and dishes will feature at the cafe.
Kebab chain launches 100% halal menu that ‘every family can enjoy’
The self-styled ‘biggest kebab shop in the UK’ said that it had ‘worked tirelessly to remove all non-halal products from its menu' to better serve the entire community.
‘Disappointing but predictable’ Hunt fails to cut VAT for hospitality
Amidst cold comfort for struggling businesses, the only major positive point was the Chancellor's decision to make no changes to the rate of alcohol duty.
Game Fair promises to give Perth economy a £5million cash injection
The Scottish Game Fair has long been a platform for conservationists and landowners – but has recently evolved to become a Scottish food and drink showcase.
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