Tourism group in call for unity

SCOTLAND’S hospitality industry must work together if it’s to exploit the full potential of the Commonwealth Games and Ryder Cup next year. That was the message from the Scottish Tourism Alliance earlier this month at its annual Scottish Tourism Week Signature Conference.

Brewer hops to it with new IPA

ARGYLL brewer Fyne Ales has launched a new limited edition IPA. Muckle Flugga, the first in a series of IPAs from the brewer this year,...

Tax web help from HMRC

HMRC is running a series of online ‘webinar’ sessions to educate business owners about the new PAYE reporting system. The sessions, taking place several...

Maltmen honour capital outlets

THE Incorporation of Maltmen in Glasgow has expanded its awards scheme to include Edinburgh outlets. The Mercat Bar in Haymarket was named the...

Wetherspoon posts sales rise

JD Wetherspoon boss Tim Martin said trading has been “reasonable” in the last six months given the pressures on consumers. The pub giant said revenues...

Music campaign is Still Game

MUSIC licensing organisation PPL has launched a new initiative to remind operators to secure the appropriate licences to play music in their venue. The latest...

Punch lessees on Cloud nine

Operators said to be seeing benefits from free wi-fi deal PUNCH Taverns lessees are said to be reaping the benefits of a new deal between...

Industry experience key for next generation, writes Springboard’s Elise MacDonald

FOR many young people, choosing a profession can be daunting. The pressures of school and college can push them into making that ultimate decision,...

Growth of Leith eatery a Shore thing

THE owners of an Edinburgh seafood restaurant say business has grown following the extension and refurbishment of the kitchen. Murray and Tracey Georgeson said the...

New games machine slots in

A NEW pub machine which can accept remotely downloaded games has been launched by Reflex Gaming. DigiSlots, a digital category C machine, will host six...

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