A Scottish craft brewery has launched a crowdfunding campaign to help it raise £25,000 to open a new bar in Edinburgh. Vault City Brewing aims to raise £25,000 to help fund ‘The Porty Vault’ on Portobello High Street, close to the producer’s brewery. Investors will be able to cash-in on exclusive deals and experiences when […]
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The OVO Hydro, a Scottish Event Campus (SEC) venue, has today been announced as the first arena in the world to achieve A Greener Arena (AGA) certification for its commitment to sustainability. AGA takes a holistic approach to sustainability, not only looking at emissions and environmental impacts but also people, inclusion and wellbeing. The award was officially
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Industry body Scotland Food & Drink has announced on Tuesday that its Chief Executive, James Withers (pictured above), has taken the decision to step down after nearly 11 years in post. Mr Withers will remain with the organisation over the coming months to support the search for his successor and to work closely with the
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Tom Flockhart (pictured above) the prominent entrepreneur behind the business which has dominated Scotland’s office equipment sector for over 40 years has died at age 73. The father-of-four lost a short battle with cancer and is survived by his four children Pamela, Stuart, Neil and Lynsey, seven grandchildren, and his partner Mandy. Lynn Harrison, his
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Leading UK travel group, Barrhead Travel, is on the lookout to fill over 50 unique roles across the country as they experience continued growth as the tourism industry continues its resurgence after the last two years. With over 80 stores, individuals can make the most of Barrhead Travel’s central locations on the High Street with
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Heineken UK is to invest £42m into upgrading 660 of its pubs around the country this year as well as creating more than 700 jobs. A total of 137 pubs will have a makeover costing over £125,000 each, bringing the company’s investment in refurbishing its Star Pubs & Bars’ estate to £115m since Covid hit
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A pickled onion crisp produced by Scotland’s leading snack maker is packing a punch in a smaller bag following unprecedented success as a larger portion. Mackie’s at Taypack is giving its consumers wider options by launching a new 40g packet of its pickled onion flavour – which will feature in meal deals around Scotland. Having
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For businesses inclusivity means providing equal options or opportunities for employees and customers alike. This may be through incentives, training or product offerings to consumers. BrewDog has announced that they are working with TiNDLE, the producer of plant-based alternatives to chicken, the company is revamping its menu to be more inclusive. TiNDLE products made their way
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Veterans Housing Scotland has appointed Alison Moodie (pictured above) OBE QVRM AE RGN RM as a Trustee. Established in 1915, formerly Scottish Veterans Garden City Association, Edinburgh-based Veterans Housing Scotland aims to provide affordable rented housing for military veterans in Scotland who are disabled. To recognise the sacrifices made, and to honour the concept of
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Having been named Surveyor of the Year at The Scottish Mortgage Awards for the last three years, Shepherd Chartered Surveyors is now hoping to go for a fourth win in succession following its shortlisting in this year’s awards. Shepherd managing partner Ian Fergusson (pictured above) said: “We’re delighted to be shortlisted once again for this
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