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Trade groups have widely welcomed the provisional reopening of outdoor spaces on July 6 announced by the Scottish Government yesterday (June 24) – but say measures such as the two-metre physical distance rule still pose a major threat to the sector

Scottish tourism body VisitScotland has announced the launch of a new tourism campaign and industry-standard mark aimed at building confidence among consumers ahead of the hospitality and tourism sectors reopening

Scotland's first minister, Nicola Sturgeon, has announced July 6 as the provisional date for the reopening of outdoor areas such as beer gardens as the Scottish Government publishes its updated route map out of lockdown

An Edinburgh chef has launched an outdoor dining experience for customers to enjoy in their back gardens

Diageo, the global drinks firm behind Guinness, Johnnie Walker and Smirnoff, has pledged a multi-million support fund for pubs and bars in Scotland

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

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

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

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

Pub company Star Pubs & Bars has announced a number of measures for its Scottish lessees as the trade gears up for reopening