Make the most of the great outdoors
SCOTLAND’S climate is often unpredictable, but operators can still make the most of their outdoor spaces while they wait for the elusive sunshine. But …
Customer service is key to success
Businesses must work together to deliver a consistently high quality experience for the consumer, writes restaurateur James Rusk FOR more than two decades …
Major events can roll away the winter blues
Bars and pubs can capitalise on special occasions to keep their tills ringing IT’S no secret that the early months of the year can be a little leaner for the …
Brewers welcome beer duty stamp decision
BREWERS have welcomed the UK government’s decision not to introduce duty stamps for beer bottles. HMRC consulted on the possibility of introducing stamps for …
FA blocks streaming website
THE Football Association Premier League (FAPL) has successfully applied to have internet service providers block access to a website that offers free access to …
Happy returns for island distillery
Record sales and profits as Arran whisky firm turns 18 ISLE of Arran Distillers has celebrated its 18th anniversary by posting record sales and profits. The …
A Fyne result for Argyll brewery
Real ale event hailed a success as visitor numbers soar By Matthew Lynas ARGYLL brewer Fyne Ales is celebrating after one of its beers took the top prize at a …
Minimum price plan ‘on track’
Scottish Government committed despite UK U-turn By Gillian McKenzie THE Scottish Government has vowed to ‘go it alone’ on minimum pricing after plans for a …
Tasty times for soft drinks sales
Food pairing and social occasions can buoy category CASUAL dining represents one of the biggest opportunities for growing soft drinks sales in the on-trade, …
VAT group calls on licensees to act
Operators urged to cut prices to show impact of 5% tax rate PUB operators across the UK are being urged to cut prices for one day only to highlight the impact …
