Follow Scottish waste rules to avoid penalties
OPERATORS failing to comply with Scottish food waste legislation could face on-the-spot fines from the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA), a recycling firm has...
Avoid frying too close to the sun
Taking time to choose the right kit for your outlet can pay dividends
THE fryer has long been considered a kitchen essential – and while...
Achieving food waste compliance
Operators should seek support to ensure they comply with food waste rules, firms say
FOOD waste management may not be the most glamorous part of...
The right oil is a slick manoeuvre
As food is increasingly important, ingredients matter more than ever
AS food has become an increasingly important part of the offer in Scotland’s pubs and...
Loyalty pays off
THE Glasgow-based firm behind loyalty app Swiipi secured a £500,000 grant from Scottish Enterprise last month.
The company was awarded the funding through the Scottish...
Licensees take aim at rate levels
Operators across Scotland have been rocked by the draft rateable values
THE release of new draft rateable values has sent shockwaves through the licensed trade,...
Time for change?
The Barclay review group will present its findings to Scottish ministers in July
THE business rates system will be put under the magnifying glass later...
Don’t forget about the ‘engine room’
A thorough maintenance routine is key to perfect pints, firms say
ALTHOUGH there’s a wide range of factors that can influence customers’ decisions on which...
Trade braced for business rates hit
Many operators set for a sting when new values go live on April 1
FROM this April, Scottish businesses will see changes to their non-domestic...
Time for Holyrood to step in on rates
STA calls for freeze on implementation until Barclay group reports
By Dave Hunter & Matthew Lynas
OPERATORS, trade groups and local councillors are imploring the Scottish...
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Luke Richardson
William Woodburn
