Rates biggest worry for trade
Barclay group’s recommendations delayed until August
Cocktail class hailed a success
AWARD-winning bartender Marcis Dzelzainis took 56 budding mixologists through his unique approach to drinks at last Tuesday’s Bacardi Brown-Forman Brands industry workshop – Jigger...
2010 rates appeals rejections revealed
FIGURES obtained by SLTN reveal that more than half of all appeals lodged by licensed operators against the 2010 business rates revaluation were rejected...
Local brewer keeps it cask
Real ale is a valuable asset for pubs, says award-winning firm
By Dave Hunter
AS the growth in US-style craft beers continues, an award-winning central belt...
Rebrand for broadcaster
SKY has rebranded its sports channels and launched two more, taking its total number of sports channels to ten.
The lineup is now comprised of:...
Distillery seeks investment
INVESTORS are being sought for a new whisky and gin distillery in the grounds of Dunrobin Castle.
Dunrobin Highland Distillery will include a visitor centre...
A summer break
Tennent's has launched an on-trade summer promotion which will give pub customers the chance to win a range of prizes – including free holidays.
Plenty of pride for Paisley
TOURISM body VisitScotland has welcomed the shortlisting of Paisley for the UK City of Culture 2021.
The only Scottish entrant to make the cut, Paisley...
Loch Lomond Brewery lands top award
A STOUT produced by Loch Lomond Brewery has been named Champion Beer of Scotland by CAMRA (Campaign for Real Ale).
The Alexandria-based brewer’s 5% ABV...
Scottish pubs in Heineken/Punch sale
A NUMBER of Scottish pubs are among 30 Heineken has offered to sell in order to allay competition concerns over its acquisition of 1900...
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