Wi-fi deal for Punch venues

PUBCO Punch Taverns has extended its agreement with Sky to provide free wi-fi across all its pubs through The Cloud. The extension of Punch’s deal...

Trade divided on EU impact

By Dave Hunter UNCERTAINTY over the economy following the Brexit vote could have a pronounced, short-term impact on the licensed trade, businesses have warned. But operators,...

Scots awards finalists announced

MORE than 40 food and drink businesses spanning the Highlands, Islands and Cairngorms National Park have been unveiled as finalists at the Highlands and...

Getting through EU exit together

By Matthew Lynas Trade groups get to grips with a Leave vote as uncertainty reigns Collaboration and consultation will be key for Scotland’s hospitality and tourism...

Michelin chef is a fine example

By Dave Hunter CONSISTENCY is king for Michelin Star chef Martin Wishart. The restaurateur, whose original eatery, Restaurant Martin Wishart in Leith, marked its 15th consecutive...

Turning back the clock at T

TENNENT Caledonian is set to tour pubs across Scotland with a new set of 8-bit ’80s/’90s-style arcade machines. Said to mirror well-known childhood games, such...

BHA to hold Brexit summit

The British Hospitality Association is convening its members on Monday (June 27) to discuss the impact of the EU referendum on the sector. BHA chief...

Calls for support after Brexit vote

Trade groups have called on Westminster and Holyrood to support the licensed trade and wider tourism industry following the UK vote to leave the...

New wing set to soar

Meldrum House Country Hotel and Golf Course in Oldmeldrum has unveiled a new wing after a claimed £4.5 million investment. The extension incorporates 28 new...

No need for all-night licensing

Operators dismiss claim Glasgow should consider 24-hour model By Dave Hunter Glasgow bar and club operators have dismissed a suggestion that the city should consider moving...

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Jack Cummins
LEGAL
Niall Hassard
ONLY DRAMS
Andrew Dowson
Neil Morrison
ASK THE OPERATOR
Neil Morrison
THE GRAPEVINE
Luke Richardson