Scotland
We report on the key developments shaping Scotlandโs foodservice and hospitality sector, from Glasgow and Edinburgh to Aberdeen, Inverness, and beyond. This archive covers restaurant and pub openings, catering contracts, chef appointments, regulatory changes, trading updates, and regional challenges unique to the Scottish market. Whether you’re a local operator, part of a national brand with Scottish sites, or a supplier monitoring demand shifts, we provide the insights you need. Our editorial focus ensures that chefs, landlords, caterers, and hospitality executives stay informed on whatโs happening across Scotlandโs diverse and dynamic food landscape.
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Aug- 2020 -20 AugustCatering Companies
Elior UK awarded five-year catering partnership with An Lanntair
Elior UK has secured a five-year contract with arts centre, An Lanntair, as its new catering partner. The contract will see Elior manage the catering and hospitality at the influential arts centre based in Stornoway, Scotland, as well as oversee corporate hospitality in addition to looking after the venueโs daytime,…
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4 AugustPubs and Bars
Star Pubs & Bars invests ยฃ1m into Glasgow pubs
Two Glasgow pubs are benefiting from upgrades as part of a ยฃ1.04 million investment in Scotlandโs West Central Belt pubs by Heineken-owned Star Pubs & Bars. Work is set to start on a ยฃ325,000 refurbishment of The Princess in Riddrie, whilst The Drum in Shettleston reopens this week following a…
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Jul- 2020 -24 JulyCoronavirus
Hospitality shifts down 68% on pre-lockdown levels, research finds
The hospitality industry is missing out on a โcrucial post-lockdown renaissanceโ with shifts down 68.9% on pre-lockdown levels, according to new research by Wagestream. The group said that even in England, where pubs, restaurants, bars and cafes have been able to open since 4 July , the number of shifts…
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20 JulyBeverages
SIBA NI voices concern on reform of liquor licensing laws
The Society of Independent Brewers (SIBA) has voiced its concerns of the proposals to reform liquor licensing laws in Northern Ireland. Last week, Northern Irelandโs communities minister, Carรกl Nรญ Chuilรญn MLA, announced executive agreement on proposals that will โtransform and moderniseโ the liquor licensing law. The proposals will now be…
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17 JulyBeverages
BBPA call for pubs in England to destroy spoilt beer
The British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA) has advised publicans to ensure they have submitted applications to destroy their spoilt beer before the end of July, so they โavoid charges from water companiesโ. The trade association said it had โhopedโ water companies would continue to โwaive fees and cut bureaucracy…
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8 JulyCoronavirus
30,000 jobs at risk, warns Welsh Independent Restaurant Collective
A survey of more than 100 independent pubs, cafes, restaurants and event caterers has estimated that at least 30,000 job losses are expected in the Welsh hospitality sector, the Welsh Independent Restaurant Collective (WRC) has warned. The survey was carried out on 4- July, and came as pubs, cafes and…
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7 JulyComment
Realistic customer expectations? I’ll drink to that
I am worried about pubs and restaurants in Scotland reopening – but my worries have little to do with safety and everything to do with customer expectations. I’ve spent the past three months working with our hospitality and tourism clients watching them plan for a COVID-safe reopening. Investing time in…
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3 JulyRestaurants
Dobbiesโ restaurants to reopen in the UK
Dobbies Garden Centres, is set to reopen its 68 restaurants across the UK this month (July 2020). In light of Government advice, the first restaurants to open will be in Northern Ireland (3 July), with England reopening next (4 July), followed by Wales (13 July) and Scotland (15 July). Scotland…
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3 JulyBeverages
BBPA urges Welsh government to confirm reopening dates
The British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA), has urged the Welsh government to confirm when all pubs, rather than just those with outdoor space, will be able to reopen in Wales as โa matter of urgencyโ. The call comes as the Welsh government today announced that pub beer gardens will…
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Jun- 2020 -29 JuneRestaurants
TGI Fridays announces reopening of 66 sites on 6 July
TGI Fridays has announced the reopening of 66 of its UK restaurants on 6 July. The company said it will also reveal a โfresh new brandโ which will be showcased at six specially selected restaurants, dubbed โFamous at Fridaysโ, with elements introduced across the rest of the estate. These new…
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