Mixed response to Sturgeon’s speech
The Scottish Government’s new legislative programme has received a mixed response from trade groups, which welcomed commitments to hospitality and tourism but urged caution on some of the “radical changes” mentioned in the programme .
Countdown to Evolution event
Drinks wholesaler Inverarity Morton is set to bring more than 60 brands under one roof later this month when its annual trade event rolls into Glasgow .
PLH system flaws backed by stats
New figures show thousands of licences revoked
A double win for The Oban Inn
The Oban Inn has won a top CAMRA award for the second year running – less than three years after the pub reopened .
Calorie calls come under fire
Measure would bring significant costs and curtail creativity .
College marks learning milestone
Students and staff at Ayrshire College marked a major milestone last month: the 20th Diageo Learning for Life hospitality course since the scheme began five years ago .
Fringe benefits for city venues
Transport disruption negates biggest ever festival’s perks .
75% of rates appeals fail
Three quarters of all business rates appeals against the 2017 revaluation have been rejected, new figures released by the Scottish Government reveal.
Birthday honours for Amy
Glasgow singer songwriter Amy Macdonald received a birthday honour from Tennent’s as she became the latest recipient of its Golden Can.
New look to crow about
A Glasgow craft beer bar and eatery has marked its fifth anniversary with a new look and a new menu .
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