A VAT cut could provide a much-needed boost to the hospitality and tourism industries
By Robert Kerr
IF the hospitality and tourism sector is to prosper, then it needs more help from the government, rather than being hindered by...
Wholesale firm sets out growth plan
A SCOTTISH delivered wholesale firm has set its sights on increasing turnover by £4 million in the next two years following significant investment in...
Greene King ales strike gold
TWO Greene King ales have struck gold in the Monde Selection Awards.
Greene King IPA Reserve won a grand gold award while Green King...
Edinburgh bistro on the market
A NEW owner is sought for the Metropole cafe and bistro in Edinburgh’s south side.
Located on Newington Road, Metropole can accommodate 60 covers and...
Brewer sees Red with new ale
BREWER Wells & Young’s has added a new 3.6% ABV ale to its McEwan’s range.
McEwan’s Red is described as a “smooth and refreshing” pint...
Overprovision and hours in spotlight
OVERPROVISION and operating hours are two key issues raised by licensing boards as they begin to review their policy statements.
Licensing boards in Moray,...
Burn Stewart sold for £160m
SCOTCH whisky firm Burn Stewart Distillers has been bought by Africa’s Distell Group for £160 million.
East Kilbride-based Burn Stewart was sold by CL World...
Fears of a ‘two-tier’ system after Lidl case
Size shouldn’t influence how premises are treated, says SLTA
By Dave Hunter
A LANDMARK test purchase ruling could lead to a “two-tier” system where the sanctions...
Marston’s makes its Scottish debut
Brewer and pubco launches first of three pubs north of the border
By Matthew Lynas
BREWER and pub group Marston’s has opened its first Scottish outlet...
Pub group slams judicial review
Wetherspoon criticises Greene King over Stirling challenge
By Gillian McKenzie
WETHERSPOON boss Tim Martin has accused fellow pubco Greene King of being “frightened of competition” after...
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