Dundee over provision policy comes under fire
Dundee licensing board has come under fire for the way in which its overprovision policy is being implemented.
The board, which has granted over a...
New guidelines ‘lack credibility’
Latest alcohol consumption warning a step too far, licensees say
Operators and trade groups have criticised new alcohol consumption guidelines, claiming they “lack credibility”.
New advice...
New lease of life for Islay hotel
The Lochside Hotel on Islay is to be relaunched at the end of February following a root and branch refurbishment.
The hotel, which is in...
Time to crack down on lettings service
The Scottish and UK governments have been urged to clamp down on Airbnb, the online service which allows people to rent out privately-owned rooms...
Castle wins five star rating
A family-owned castle in Dumfries & Galloway has been awarded five stars from VisitScotland’s quality assurance scheme.
Exclusive hire venue Auchen Castle in Beattock received...
Scots get taste for alcohol-free beer
Alcohol-free beers have become significantly more popular in Scotland, according to AB InBev.
In an online poll, nearly one third of those quizzed (30%) claimed...
Haggis cocktails for the bard
Mixologists at a St Andrews bar have created two haggis cocktails for the outlet’s Burns Night celebrations.
The Adamson Bar’s ‘For The Laddies’ and ‘For...
End of an era for Perth operator
A Perth operator has called time on his 21-year link with a nightclub in the city.
John Bryden has taken a step back from The...
Pub taps into local hero scheme
An Edinburgh pub has become the first in Scotland to join an initiative by pubco Greene King which aims to champion local food and...
Rigatoni’s extends its reign in capital
A Family of restaurateurs has extended its reign in Edinburgh with the launch of a second outlet.
Stefano and Maria Molfino have opened a new...
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