Star looks at standards
STAR Pubs & Bars has launched a new mystery visitor programme as it looks to assess and improve standards across the outlets in its...
New president at 49 Club
A DRINKS industry networking group has appointed its first female president in the club’s 54-year history.
Caroline Dewar has taken the reins at the 49...
Oban inn to come out of its shell
Management team aims to breathe new life into west coast venue
A NEW management team is revamping an established inn on the west coast of...
Arran expansion plans delayed
Merger with Isle of Skye halted as brewery misses out on grant
THE Arran Brewery has put the brakes on ambitious expansion plans after failing...
Stac Polly set to reach new heights
Edinburgh eatery launches new brasserie and gin bar
A NEW brasserie and gin bar has been launched at Edinburgh restaurant Stac Polly.
The ground floor of...
Health warnings are a step too far
PROPOSALS to put health warnings on alcohol labels and ban all alcohol advertising and sponsorship have been branded a step too far by trade groups.
The recommendations were outlined in ‘Health First: an evidence-based alcohol strategy for the UK’, which was developed by the Alcohol Health Alliance and published by the University of Stirling last week.
Blackthorn sponsors Rangers
BLACKTHORN Cider has been confirmed as the new sponsor of Rangers FC – just weeks after fellow C&C Group cider brand Magners was unveiled...
Scots hotel firm weathers storm
A FAMILY-owned Scottish hotel group says it is in good shape after recording its third consecutive year of net profit amid what it described...
Military ID cards get the green light
PUBS and clubs will be able to accept military ID cards, EU national identity cards and biometric residency permits as proof of age from October 1.
The Scottish Government confirmed plans to extend the range of identification documents which can be accepted by someone selling age restricted products, including alcohol.
The move will see military ID cards, EU national identity cards and biometric residency permits join passports, EU photocard driving licences and PASS cards as acceptable forms of proof of age.
Help is at hand with waste laws
New business resource is launched
ENVIRONMENTAL organisation Zero Waste Scotland has launched a new online facility for food and drink businesses to help them cope...















