New job opportunities at the Port of Leith Distillery
Muckle Brig, the company behind the project – which is the UK’s first vertical distillery and is expected to become a major tourist attraction – will fill 53 new positions in 2023, both at Port of Leith and at the nearby Lind & Lime gin distillery
Edinburgh’s Scotch Whisky Experience invests £3million
In its time, the Experience  has welcomed more than 8.5 million visitors from around the globe, while its Amber Restaurant and Whisky Bar have accommodated numerous corporate events and private dinners.
Sturgeon’s exit is an opportunity to rethink the Deposit Return Scheme
"It is vital that the next First Minister, whoever they may be, takes this opportunity to reset the relationship with business and work together to grow the Scottish economy into the success story that our people and nation deserve"
Focus on ‘value over volume’ pays off for Beam Suntory as spirits sales soar
The spirits multinational’s 2022 results show sales growth of 10.5% year-on-year, within which its premium brands grew by 15%.
Robots won’t replace human hospitality staff – but they can lend a mechanical hand
Bear Robotics already has a presence in North America, with over 9000 of its robots in restaurants, corporate campuses, ghost kitchens, senior living facilities, casinos, and medical device and automotive factories.Â
‘Rise Fast, Work Young’ campaign triggers surge in hospitality job applications
Months into what is claimed to be the world’s biggest hospitality recruitment drive, the organisers of Hospitality Rising have highlighted the 55,000 job applications it has generated, alongside a huge social media reach.
North Berwick’s Herringbone reopens its doors after a major refurbÂ
As a result of the investment, Herringbone now has some job opportunities available for locals of varying skill levels and experience to join its team across front of house, kitchen and management roles. Â
Big growth plans for Lane7 and Level X ‘gaming’ hospitality concept
ANYONE who has walked through a UK city centre recently will not disagree with the assertion by Lane7 founder Tim Wilks that our ‘high streets need reimagining’.
Electronic music is worth billions to the night time economy
During the Covid lockdown and its aftermath, dance music dependent businesses were stung by the UK government’s reticence to direct support towards their sector, whilst venues specialising in other forms of music were deemed more worthy of a share of limited budgets.
ScotGov relaxes planning rules for ‘pavement’ seating and conversions
In a recent in a public consultation, strong support was expressed for the extension of permitted development rights to enable more cafés, bars and restaurants to offer outdoor eating and drinking.
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