‘Killjoy’ outdoor drinking bans are here to stay
When the reopening of outdoor areas was kicked down the lockdown-easing route map last week, sections of a frustrated public found bright sunshine and the availability of takeaway pints an irresistible temptation. But almost immediately a row has broken out over “killjoy” byelaw bans
Coronavirus: Two-metre social distance ‘unviable’ for majority of tourism and hospitality businesses
Two new surveys carried out by the Scottish Tourism Alliance (STA) have reinforced how important the issue of social distancing will be to the industry when venues are allowed to reopen
New digital platform provides wealth of advice for hospitality businesses
The provision of PPE supplies, tax, furlough and redundancy and marketing strategies are among some of the areas of expertise available for hospitality businesses through a new online service
Coronavirus: Rates cuts and accessible finance will help economic recovery
A reduction on non-domestic rates, improved access to finance, government stakes in hospitality businesses and keeping pressure on Westminster to reduce the VAT rate are among the steps the Scottish Government could take to help the economy recover in the wake of COVID-19
Star Pubs prepares for reopening
Pub company Star Pubs & Bars has announced a number of measures for its Scottish lessees as the trade gears up for reopening
Buck & Birch launches RTD cocktail range
A selection of six ready-to-drink cocktails has been released by Buck & Birch, the company behind Aelder liqueur
WooHa Brewing Company grows range and celebrates new look
A Moray craft brewer has released five new beers and unveiled a new look for its range as part of a £1.5 million investment plan
Coronavirus: consumers remain split on social distancing
The hospitality industry and its suppliers may need to “work hard” to reassure customers that a one-metre social distance is safe, according to recent surveys
Westminster unveils code of practice for commercial leases
The UK Government has launched a new voluntary code of practice for the commercial property sector to provide guidance for commercial leases affected by the coronavirus pandemic
Scottish Government directs boards to be flexible on applications
Licensing boards are being encouraged to employ “flexibility and pragmatism” as they process licence applications in the coming weeks
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