Minimum pricing gets the green light
THE UK Supreme Court today dismissed the Scotch Whisky Association’s (SWA) appeal of the introduction of a minimum unit price (MUP) for alcohol – allowing for the Scottish Government to proceed with implementing the policy five years after it was passed by the Scottish Parliament...
MUP decision due
THE UK Supreme Court will hand down its judgment on whether or not a minimum price for alcohol is compatible with EU law on Wednesday November 15
A crafty approach to the Scottish trade
Speyside brewer has plans to increase its footprint in pubs and bars
Hotels group is plotting growth
Leonardo Hotels reiterates its commitment to the Scottish market
Lapdance consultation underway
THE Scottish Government has launched a consultation into the creation of a new licensing scheme for SEVs
A letter from America: part four
Nick Livingstone, winner of the Diageo Learning for Life Saltire Fellowship, prepares for the next part of the programme as the Boston leg draws to a close
Merry Christmas but fears for new year
Festive season is expected to be busy but 2018 could be tough
Portion plans under fire
THE Scottish Government’s diet and obesity strategy has been met with criticism from the industry
CMA probes booking sites
Competition watchdog cites concerns over ‘clarity and accuracy’
New board additions
THE Scottish Tourism Alliance (STA) has announced the appointment of four new high profile board members.
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