Rates remains a cloudy subject
As new bills begin to arrive the much-lauded cap is not the reprieve it seemed to be, writes rates specialist Martin Clarkson .
A disgraceful betrayal of trust
Scottish Government ignored industry advice to make damaging tourist tax decision, writes UK Hospitality’s Willie Macleod
Time to move your tax online
Business owners should take steps now ahead of the April 2019 compliance deadline, writes Mel Stride MP
Partnership yields results
The importance of working together cannot be underestimated, writes Inspector Susan Gillon
‘Heady cocktail’ of licensing changes
This year has brought plenty more for operators in the Scottish trade to keep track of, writes licensing lawyer Theresa Hunt
Staff and customers’ data must be safe
In the second part of his article on GDPR, lawyer Stephen Connolly details the various ways licensed trade businesses must look after personal data
Ensure that you are compliant on data
GDPR became law in the UK earlier this year and there are several connotations for the trade, writes lawyer Stephen Connolly
Trade must make voice heard on DRS
Industry needs to help shape deposit return scheme with hospitality interests at its core, writes Crieff Hydro’s Alexandra MacDonald .
A round with Lachlan: Tales on Tour 2018 in Edinburgh
Lachlan Rooney was named SLTN Craft Spirits Enthusiast in 2017. In his new column he shares his thoughts on all things drinks-related
Time to take a longer term view
Retirement planning is an important consideration for anyone working in the licensed trade, writes advisor Angus Kirk
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