Bo’ness restaurant to raise money for Ukraine

Indian restaurant Bo'ness Spice will raise money for Ukraine next month with a special Curry for Kyiv event.

Andrew Lawrence takes up SBPA presidency

Andrew Lawrence of Molson Coors has been appointed president of the Scottish Beer & Pub Association (SBPA).
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Data gaps limit analysis of COVID grant distribution

Detailed analysis of where almost £5 billion of COVID-19 business support was distributed is not possible due to gaps in data, a report by Audit Scotland has found.
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Calling all drinks geeks

An independent drinks industry show is appealing to “geeks, nerds and bar bores” in the hospitality industry as it prepares to touch down in Glasgow.

Edinburgh venues toast to Gaia

Seventeen bars and restaurants from around Edinburgh have joined forces for a new campaign to raise awareness of climate change.
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Face coverings law to remain until at least early April

The legal requirement to wear face coverings in indoor settings – including hospitality venues – is to remain in place until at least early April.

Eden Mill breaks ground on new distillery

Scottish distiller Eden Mill has commenced construction of its new, multi-million pound distillery after securing planning permission for the facility.

Rosebank revival is a step closer

Ian Macleod Distillers is a step closer to reopening the famous Rosebank Distillery after installing three new stills at the facility.

Public supports lower VAT rate

The general public supports keeping the VAT rate at 12.5% as the cost of living rises, according to a new poll.

Stirling Distillery asks customers to dig deep for Ukraine

A Scottish craft distiller will host a charity raffle this Friday (11th March) to raise money for the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine.

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