Get ready for SLTN Awards launch!
One week – that’s all that’s left to wait until we launch the 2022 SLTN Awards and kick off our annual search for the brightest stars in Scotland’s hospitality industry!
Spring statement a ‘missed opportunity’
Chancellor Rishi Sunak’s spring statement was a “missed opportunity” to help hospitality businesses recover from the impact of the pandemic, say trade groups.
SimpsInns embarks on recruitment drive
Ayrshire hospitality group SimpsInns has embarked on a major recruitment drive as it looks to attract an influx of young employees.
Bo’ness restaurant to raise money for Ukraine
Indian restaurant Bo'ness Spice will raise money for Ukraine next month with a special Curry for Kyiv event.
Andrew Lawrence takes up SBPA presidency
Andrew Lawrence of Molson Coors has been appointed president of the Scottish Beer & Pub Association (SBPA).
Data gaps limit analysis of COVID grant distribution
Detailed analysis of where almost £5 billion of COVID-19 business support was distributed is not possible due to gaps in data, a report by Audit Scotland has found.
Calling all drinks geeks
An independent drinks industry show is appealing to “geeks, nerds and bar bores” in the hospitality industry as it prepares to touch down in Glasgow.
Edinburgh venues toast to Gaia
Seventeen bars and restaurants from around Edinburgh have joined forces for a new campaign to raise awareness of climate change.
Face coverings law to remain until at least early April
The legal requirement to wear face coverings in indoor settings – including hospitality venues – is to remain in place until at least early April.
Eden Mill breaks ground on new distillery
Scottish distiller Eden Mill has commenced construction of its new, multi-million pound distillery after securing planning permission for the facility.
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