Police: we want to work together

‘No targets attributed to licensing’, force claims By Dave Hunter Police Scotland has moved to reassure the licensed trade that it is moving away from the...

Domestic guests spending more

Scotland's tourism industry grew in cash terms last year, according to new figures released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS), with visitors spending...

Scottish gins on Show

Scottish gins and craft beers are set to take centre stage at this year’s Royal Highland Show. Organisers of the event, which takes place from...

Glasses raised at Galashiels Grapevine

A new restaurant has been launched in the Scottish Borders town of Galashiels. Grapevine was unveiled by owners Will Hageland and Trond Dalby at a...

Whisky cocktail is going for gold

Firm behind new Scotch-based RTD targets on-trade By Jack Walsh Glasgow-based drinks firm Dram2O is set to launch its new ready-to-drink whisky cocktail, Ã’rach, into the...

Crackdown on pubs’ A-boards

Dundee City Council in ‘safety blitz’ to remove pavement obstructions By Matthew Lynas Dundee operators placing advertising boards outside their premises could come under fire from...

Aberdeen boys triumphant

Three Aberdeen bartenders have fought their way into the final of whisky brand Monkey Shoulder’s The Ultimate Bartender Championship in New Orleans. Jonathan Arthur (pictured)...

Property firm adds to team

Commercial property agency Ryden has expanded its licensed and leisure team with the appointment of Douglas Lambie. Lambie joins the firm with a 30-year property...

Pedal power to benefit The Ben

A team of cyclists from across the Scottish trade is on track to raise more than £3500 for licensed trade charity The Ben. Led by...

Liz is holding down the Fort

SLTN Award winner shares experience with future stars By Matthew Lynas AS an industry that’s not always known for its short, sociable hours, the licensed trade...

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