SLTA: 85% of operators need government support to survive winter
Over 85% of Scottish hospitality operators will need government support to survive the winter, according to the Scottish Licensed Trade Association (SLTA).
Scottish eateries awarded by the AA
The Cellar in Anstruther, The Balmoral Hotel in Edinburgh and Unalome by Graeme Cheevers in Glasgow are among the Scottish businesses to have picked up trophies at last night’s AA Hospitality Awards in London.
Mini Budget ‘too little, too late’
Trade groups have welcomed news that planned tax increases will be scrapped, but say the chancellor's inaction on VAT is a missed opportunity.
Buzzworks is full steam ahead in South Queensferry
Scottish hospitality group Buzzworks Holdings is currently refurbishing a property in South Queensferry and will reopen it as bar and restaurant Thirty Knots in November.
Energy price cap welcomed but ‘more support needed’
Hospitality industry groups have welcomed measures outlined by the UK Government to cap the wholesale price of energy this winter, but fear the proposals don't go far enough to help businesses
Let’s talk about the climate
Tennent’s has teamed up with SEPA and 2050 Climate Group to invite people for a pint and a chat about climate change.
Appeal to help Pakistan relief fund
Bestway Wholesale has launched a fundraising scheme to help those affected by flooding in Pakistan.
Registration open for Tennent’s trade show
Licensees have been encouraged to register for this year’s Tennent’s trade show in Glasgow.
Economic crisis ‘worse than COVID’
Urgent action is needed from both governments to protect the hospitality sector amid economic crisis, writes Colin Wilkinson, managing director of SLTA.
PM promises energy support for businesses
Businesses are to receive support on their energy bills for at least six months from 1st October, with hospitality potentially receiving longer-term support, the prime minister has announced.
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