Scottish Government should match Welsh pub support

The average Welsh pub receives over £11,000 in COVID grants compared to Scotland's £2700, says the SBPA

Join SLTN for the Trade Tastings

SLTN is bringing a stellar line-up of drinks brands to operators and bartenders across the Scottish trade through a new series of virtual tastings

Arran building a lasting legacy

This year saw the 25th anniversary of Isle of Arran Distillers; 2020 was also the first anniversary of its new-build sister distillery at Lagg in the south of the island, which began production last year
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Levels impact laid bare

The difficulties facing staff and businesses as a result of the COVID-19 levels system have been laid bare at a meeting of the Scottish Parliament’s Economy, Energy and Fair Work Committee
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Operators encouraged to take part in cashless tipping trial

Scottish operators are being encouraged to take part in the trial of a new system designed to make staff tipping easier
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Current restrictions levels retained

There will be no change to the level of coronavirus restrictions levels in place across Scotland this week, with a “more substantial” review expected next week, the first minister has stated

Tigerlily does Christmas to a T

Edinburgh bar and restaurant Tigerlily is getting into the festive spirit with the launch of a new home delivery offer
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Operators call on Holyrood to review ‘unfair restrictions’

Hospitality operators have written to first minister Nicola Sturgeon to urge a review of the COVID levels system, which they say is having “a devastating effect” on their businesses

A special release from Eden Mill

St Andrews distiller Eden Mill has marked St Andrews Day with a limited edition single malt

Toasting St Andrew with whisky cocktails

A Glasgow bar and restaurant is toasting St Andrew by launching a range of whisky cocktails for home delivery

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