SBPA
This coverage looks at the work of the trade association representing pubs and bars across Scotland and its impact on the wider UK hospitality industry. Updates include policy developments, licensing issues, staffing and training initiatives, lobbying activity, and regulatory changes affecting operators. Coverage also highlights campaigns, partnerships, and best practice guidance, offering insights valuable to pub landlords, bar managers, and hospitality executives focused on compliance, sustainability, and business growth.
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Dec- 2022 -16 DecemberPubs and Bars
SBPA says Scottish budget will be ‘met with disappointment’ from hospitality industry
The Scottish Beer and Pub Association has said that the Scottish Government’s latest budget announcement will be “met with disappointment” from hospitality operators. According to the SPBA, crucial to the disappointment will be the decision not to replicate the business rates relief. Emma McClarkin, CEO of the Scottish Beer and…
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Aug- 2022 -11 AugustNews
Scottish trade bodies urge gov not to ‘forget’ about pubs
Scotland’s three major hospitality trade associations, the Scottish Beer and Pub Association (SBPA), Scottish Licensed Trade Association (SLTA), and UKHospitality Scotland (UKHS) have called on the Scottish Government not to exclude pubs from their current proposals which would see other hospitality premises, like restaurants, have greater flexibility with on-street seating.…
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Mar- 2021 -23 MarchTrade Associations
SBPA names Edith Monfries as president
The Scottish Beer and Pub Association (SBPA) has named Edith Monfries, COO at the pub company Hawthorn, as its new president. Monfries takes over the position at the trade association for Scottish pubs and brewers from the outgoing Brian Davidson. She will be tasked with working alongside the Scottish Government…
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