Chance to surrender brought some reprieve
By Gillian McKenzie
IT offered a faint glimmer of hope to a few in what was a pretty grim situation.
Some licensing boards, including Dundee, Edinburgh...
Pre-election promises must be delivered
Comment By Gillian McKenzie
Hugely important for the economy, the focal point in communities, a key driver for Scottish tourism, a significant employer – political...
Change is not always for the best
By Gillian McKenzie
A CHANGE is as good as a rest, or so the adage goes.
But for many Scottish operators, this year has brought perhaps...
New boards need new guidance
Comment by Gillian McKenzie
As the votes were counted last week, determining the new make-up of Scotland’s 32 local authorities, the trade was holding its...
Stage almost set for the trade night of the year
In just three weeks’ time, we will celebrate the brightest stars in the Scottish trade
Huge career opportunity is there for the taking
Comment by Gillian McKenzie
IT will come as no surprise that business rates has dominated almost every conversation I’ve had with operators since the start...
Clutha response shows how special trade is
By Gillian McKenzie
PEOPLE make Scotland’s licensed trade – it’s a phrase I hear often when speaking to operators and those in the drinks industry.
And...
Tourism industry’s cup runneth over already
THE draw of major events and the resulting benefits for Scotland’s hospitality industry and licensed trade were underlined again last week with the news...
Review of review sites long overdue
By Gillian McKenzie
A Restaurant in Italy topped the rankings on an online review site last week – despite the fact it doesn’t exist.
The imaginary eatery...
Scotland’s trade stars shine bright
By Gillian McKenzie
PUB closures have been a hot topic for the mainstream media for some time now.
Everything from the smoking ban to cheaper alcohol...
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