Arran seals Rosebank deal
THE rapid rise of Arran Brewery plc will continue this week when it completes a deal to acquire the Rosebank Distillery in Falkirk from...
Trade asked for festive vigilance
STRATHCLYDE Police is calling on operators and door stewards to be extra vigilant for vulnerable revellers leaving their premises this festive season.
Speaking to SLTN last week, chief superintendent George Nedley urged staff working in bars and clubs to “consider their social responsibilities as well as those under the licensing Act”.
Scots plans on track at luxury hotel group
Malmaison and Hotel du Vin unaffected by MWB Group problems
STRONG sales and profits have been recorded across the Malmaison and Hotel du Vin groups...
Revamp puts ski bar in pole position
The newly-launched Bar Varia at Xscape, Braehead, is designed to attract more than just winter sports enthusiasts
WHEN outdoors entrepreneur Jamie Smith bought Snow Zone,...
Brewer goes against grain in Speyside
Entrepreneur wants to put area on the map for more than just malt
A NEW craft brewery has been launched in Speyside – the heart...
Council accused of conflict of interest
SHETLAND Islands Council has been accused of a conflict of interest over the decision to grant extended hours to the Mareel, the Lerwick-based arts centre.
The islands’ area licensing board approved nine applications from the Mareel, operated by the Shetland Arts Trust, allowing it to be licensed to 2am and host club nights run by promoters such as Slam, the major dance music brand.
Distributor puts the on-trade First
New strategy designed to help operators achieve profitable sales growth
THE drinks firm behind Glenfiddich, Disaronno, Sailor Jerry and Hendrick’s is on a mission to...
Bars can lead a rum revolution
Master distiller looks for “disciples” to spread the word about category
BARTENDERS have a crucial role to play if sales and knowledge of rum are...
Taxman targets trade up north
BUSINESSES engaged in all parts of the alcohol industry in Scotland are being targeted by HMRC as it continues its quest to retrieve millions of pounds of unpaid tax.
The taxman confirmed last week that a new task force was now undertaking a fresh burst of activity to bring tax cheats in the trade to book.
Glasgow venues raise the bar again
Campus and The Arches take inaugural lifetime achievement awards
CAMPUS and The Arches took the inaugural lifetime achievement awards as more than 80 Glasgow venues...
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