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Scott W Wright

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Writes about business for The Herald in Scotland. Into music, film, football and books.

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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
Scotland’s retro-inspired, scarlet red away strip has been a triumph for designer Adidas - but is it not about time we started talking about the price of football tops? #FIFAWorldCup www.heraldscotland.com/news/2618225...
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Scarlet strip captures hearts of Tartan Army - but is cost too high?
Scotland fans have embraced retro strip design as 2026 World Cup kick-off finally arrives
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
Why is there a crisis at the heart of Scottish tourism? Access my @heraldscotland article and the best Scottish journalism by taking advantage of our Black Friday offer - just £20 for a one year subscription to The Herald www.heraldscotland.com/news/2565170...
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Inside the crisis at the heart of a jewel in the Scottish crown
Scottish tourism and hospitality businesses coming under increasing pressure from cost hikes
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
Wrote a few words about why Scotland’s qualification for next year’s World Cup is the boost this slightly weary nation needs: www.heraldscotland.com/news/2563432...
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Rip up the sales forecasts: World Cup will give Scotland boost it badly needs
Travel agents, airports, pubs and shops look set to benefit from Scotland's first participation in a World Cup in 28 years
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 30/09/2025
I was pleased to hear a major Rangers podcast address the horrendous personal abuse being directed by fans at head coach Russell Martin. How can football make a meaningful contribution to improving mental health when abuse like this- far from the sole preserve of Rangers fans- is so endemic?
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The Herald @heraldscotland.bsky.social · 19/09/2025
Signs are emerging that Scotland's biggest city may finally be turning a corner, says deputy Business Editor @scottwwright.bsky.social www.heraldscotland.com/news...
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 02/05/2025
As Glasgow City Council closes its consultation on its proposed visitor levy today, industry body UK Hospitality Scotland has made plain its opposition to the plan. What do you think? www.heraldscotland.com/news/2513573...
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Scots hospitality chief warns of 'harm' as city tourist tax consultation ends
Glasgow City Council consultation on proposed visitor levy closed today
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 05/03/2025
Suddenly the issue has returned to the agenda – and it’s arguably come from the most unlikely of sources' Should we finally be looking to lift football's booze ban? www.heraldscotland.com/news/2498184...
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Would lifting football booze ban make sense for Scotland?
Scottish clubs may welcome chance to boost revenue from sales of matchday pints
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 13/02/2025
The new Irish Government has made a bold move to support the struggling hospitality sector. The UK Government should follow suit. Late plug for my column in The Herald today: www.heraldscotland.com/news/2493004...
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The bold Irish move that would revive Scottish hospitality
Across the Irish Sea, recent events may well have been attracting the interest of the Scottish hospitality industry.
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 10/02/2025
Plenty of people have had their say on the plight of Glasgow. But in recent weeks it has become increasingly evident that investors are seeing value in acquiring prime retail assets in the city centre. This evening's @heraldscotland.bsky.social newsletter: www.heraldscotland.com/news/2492313...
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Vote of confidence in Glasgow as prime spot sold for £14m
Deal may add to hopes Glasgow may finally be on road to recovery
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 07/02/2025
After years of debate, Edinburgh has approved a visitor levy scheme. But are other parts of Scotland likely to follow suit? We look at new figures which reveal the appetite among other councils for introducing their own schemes - and what firms think about it www.heraldscotland.com/news/2491552...
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How many Scottish councils will follow Edinburgh's 'historic moment'?
Two-thirds of local authorities signal intention to introduce visitor levies
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 06/02/2025
'Nick Nairn painted a gloomy picture of life in the Scottish hospitality trade... and he probably knows the difficulties facing the sector more than most.' Our analysis of comments by Scottish TV chef Nick Nairn on hospitality sector's struggles: www.heraldscotland.com/news/2491633...
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High-profile Scottish chef paints gloomy picture of hospitality
Scottish restaurateur warns industry is 'facing all kinds of problems'
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 06/02/2025
'Some of Sauchiehall is not looking great. But I think it is a long game.' Alisdair Clements and Lesley Palmer of INCH Architecture + Design gave me their perspective on Glasgow's struggles in The Herald's Business HQ Monthly, out today: www.heraldscotland.com/news/2491364...
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Glasgow 'still a city that inspires', leading architects declare
Alisdair Clements and Lesley Palmer put community and values at the heart of their approach to architecture
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 04/02/2025
So much focus of Trump's tariff stance has been on the potential ramifications for the Scotch whisky industry, and understandably so. But results from Diageo today shone a light on the risk to other spirits in the key US market. Read our analysis: www.heraldscotland.com/news/2490993...
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Tequila in the frame as Trump rattles sabre on tariffs, Scotch giant warns
Scotch whisky not yet out of the woods in US trade war
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 03/02/2025
The challenges facing the hospitality trade are well documented, but one major leased and tenanted pub operator is bucking the trend. In this evening's Business Insight, we look at how Admiral Taverns is succeeding in a difficult market: www.heraldscotland.com/news/2490552...
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'Resilient' pub giant shines amid hospitality trade gloom
Major licensed trade operator declares it can 'weather the storm' of tax hikes
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 30/01/2025
Is it too early to talk about a Glasgow revival? A host of new food and beverage openings and major property deals signal confidence in the future of a city that has struggled badly since the pandemic. My Business Voices column today: www.heraldscotland.com/news/2489455...
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Scott Wright: How close are we to a Glasgow revival?
New restaurant openings and office deals offer hope for Scotland's biggest city
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 28/01/2025
The progress being made by Ayrshire-based Buzzworks really is something to behold in these difficult times for the Scottish hospitality trade: www.heraldscotland.com/news/2489208...
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'Incredibly proud' Scots hospitality firm weathers storm
Ambitious bar and restaurant group finds way to 'successfully navigate' tough conditions
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 27/01/2025
The Herald has today launched a major investigation into the performance of Scotland's railways. You can find links to all of today's articles in this introductory piece here: www.heraldscotland.com/news/transpo...
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Scotland's trains: On the right track? – Find all articles in the series here
Scotland’s railways have been in public hands for almost three years. However, that has not stopped complaints over cost and cancellations. What…
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 22/01/2025
Is Mitsubishi chief right with remarks about Scottish business and politics? Wee shout for this week's Business Voices column, online now: www.heraldscotland.com/news/2487573...
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Scott Wright: Is Mitsubishi chief right about Scottish business and politics?
New president of Scottish Chamber of Commerce emphasises importance of building consensus in business
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 20/01/2025
Edinburgh investment chief warns of 'existential threat' as battle for trusts rages on: www.heraldscotland.com/news/2487028...
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Edinburgh investment chief warns of 'existential threat'
Activist investor declares trust 'should be embarrassed' about performance
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Ian McConnell @mrianmcconnell.bsky.social · 18/01/2025
Exclusive @heraldscotland.bsky.social 'Our customers are mostly retired, have lost the winter fuel allowance' www.heraldscotland.com/news/2486652...
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Scotland hotels and tour company warns of tax danger
The Scottish family-owned business has reported a surge in profits
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 18/01/2025
Enjoyed sitting down with Rodney Ayre, new president of Scottish Chambers of Commerce, for his first interview since taking on role. Interesting takes on Trump and how business can build stronger relations with the Scottish Government. www.heraldscotland.com/news/2486543...
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Scottish business chief points way to repair relationship with Holyrood
New president of Scottish Chambers says Scotland can do business with Trump
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 17/01/2025
Fresh headwinds flagged for cinemas as boutique chain Everyman cites impact of Budget measures, reels from Joker: Folie à Deux flop Analysis from Kristy Dorsey @heraldscotland.bsky.social www.heraldscotland.com/news/2486607...
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Everyman's woes signal fresh headwinds for the cinema industry
Everyman Media suffered a disappointing close to 2024 thanks in part to box office flop Joker: Folie à Deux
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 16/01/2025
In case you missed it, our exclusive report on the fall-out behind the closure of the Bridge of Allan restaurant run by celebrity chef Nick Nairn and wife Julia www.heraldscotland.com/news/2485624...
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High-profile Scottish chef in bitter restaurant dispute
Hospitality couple and Bridge of Allan wine merchant at odds over management contract
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 16/01/2025
Can the Scottish hotel sector look to the year ahead with confidence? Wee shout for my Business Voices column in The Herald @heraldscotland.bsky.social today: www.heraldscotland.com/news/2485931...
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Scott Wright: Expert right to be cautious over key Scottish industry
Global investors forecast to show interest in Scottish sales this year
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 15/01/2025
Inside the bitter cash dispute that led to the closure of celebrity chef Nick Nairn and wife Julia's Bridge of Allan restaurant. Exclusive for @heraldscotland.bsky.social www.heraldscotland.com/news/2485624...
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High-profile Scottish chef in bitter restaurant dispute
Hospitality couple and Bridge of Allan wine merchant at odds over management contract
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 13/01/2025
It was really interesting to speak to Joe Gallacher, general manager of Renfrewshire resort Mar Hall, about plans to reposition the hotel on the banks of the Clyde as "one of Scotland’s best five-star luxury resorts" www.heraldscotland.com/news/2484819...
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Scots luxury hotel chief pledges 'spectacular' asset
Hospitality veteran delighted with investment in luxury destination on banks of the Clyde
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 11/01/2025
‘It is going to be spectacular.” Scottish hotels veteran Joe Gallacher shares his vision for the £20m revival of the renowned Mar Hall resort in Renfrewshire www.heraldscotland.com/news/2484819...
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Scots luxury hotel chief pledges 'spectacular' asset
Hospitality veteran delighted with investment in luxury destination on banks of the Clyde
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 09/01/2025
Pressure mounting on major Scottish industry as second Trump era poised to begin. My @heraldscotland.bsky.social column today: www.heraldscotland.com/news/2484216...
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Scott Wright: Testing year beckons for huge Scottish industry as Trump threat looms
Speculation has been rife over the scale of the tariffs Trump will impose
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The Herald @heraldscotland.bsky.social · 06/01/2025
'We have 50 American customers in here every night of the week from March to October. They’ve become the core of our business. But you couldn’t confidently tell them to take a walk down Sauchiehall Street. You’d be ashamed.' heraldscotland.com/politics/vie... (1/3)
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 06/01/2025
New: Why are investors flocking back to Scottish commercial property? www.heraldscotland.com/news/2483672...
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Why are investors flocking back to Scottish commercial property?
New analysis offers grounds for encouragement for key Scottish sector
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The Herald @heraldscotland.bsky.social · 03/01/2025
In an exclusive interview, the highly respected Scotch whisky distiller has highlighted his hopes for growing markets in Asia www.heraldscotland.com/news/2482256... @scottwwright.bsky.social
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 02/01/2025
Can troubled Glasgow rise to greatness again? Wee shout for my @heraldscotland.bsky.social Business Voices column today: www.heraldscotland.com/news/2482609...
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Scott Wright: Can troubled Glasgow rise to greatness again?
Hopes pinned on major projects as Glasgow bids to move on from turbulent year
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 31/12/2024
Very moving edition of Sounds of the 70s with Bob Harris in tribute to the late, great Johnnie Walker. Top stories and top tunes for a top man. #RIPJohnnieWalker
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 28/12/2024
Always interesting to hear the thoughts of Gordon Ross, managing director of @Western_Ferries, on the company’s performance and views on Scottish ferry politics: www.heraldscotland.com/news/2481088...
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 23/12/2024
A good year even if I say so myself…
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 21/12/2024
We had a lot of joy reading our kids books illustrated by Axel Sheffler when they were wee so it’s amazing to see a magazine cover designed specially by the artist for The Herald’s Christmas appeal with @scottishbktrust
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 20/12/2024
Dougal Sharp, founder of Scottish beer firm Innis & Gunn, has come out swinging against UK and Scottish politicians, declaring current policies are causing "incalculable" damage to pubs. Exclusive: www.heraldscotland.com/news/2480729...
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Scottish and UK politicians 'drunk on their own power', brewing chief declares
Dougal Sharp highlights impact of events business as losses narrow at Edinburgh firm
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 19/12/2024
It is always a nice feeling when you realise you have made the last packed lunches of the year...
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 19/12/2024
In recent days, Rangers Football Club and Tennent's Lager owner C&C Group have appointed two Scottish business heavyweights to key roles. Do the moves signal brighter times lie ahead for these institutions? My @heraldscotland.bsky.social column today: www.heraldscotland.com/news/2480445...
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Can heavyweight hires boost Rangers and Tennent's firm?
Roger White and Fraser Thornton will bring fresh ideas to C&C and Glasgow football giants
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 18/12/2024
Really interesting to see Glasgow open the door to potentially lifting the cap on taxi numbers in the city. A lack of sufficient transport - especially at night - has proven to be a real barrier to the city's recovery from the pandemic www.heraldscotland.com/news/2480246...
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Major Scottish city may lift cap on taxi numbers
Licensing Committee asked to approve public consultation which may see cap scrapped
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 14/12/2024
New Rangers chairman Fraser Thornton is a well known figure in the whisky trade thanks to a long and successful spell with Burn Stewart Distillers. I interviewed him for this piece in 2013, shortly after Burn Stewart was sold to Distell for £160m: www.heraldscotland.com/business_hq/...
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Burn Stewart poised to grow following continental shift
The deal, the biggest acquisition to have taken place in the industry so far this year, saw the one-time listed distiller swap a Trinidad-based…
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 12/12/2024
“Several times this year, I have found myself asking, what’s the point?” Scottish hospitality industry approaching 2025 with trepidation after disappointment of government Budgets. Column @heraldscotland.bsky.social www.heraldscotland.com/news/2478753...
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Scott Wright: What next for Scotland's battered pub trade?
Industry looks forward to 2025 with trepidation after disappointment of UK and Scottish Budgets
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 11/12/2024
Apple Music pressing all the right buttons tonight…
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Ian Fraser @ianfraser.bsky.social · 11/12/2024
Scotch whisky bubble bursts The secondary market in fine and rare single-malt Scotch whiskies — defined as bottles sold at auction for more than £1,000 — has collapsed, according to research from Noble & Co. Story by @scottwwright.bsky.social
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Scotch whisky market in freefall amid global strife
Demand for rare single malt wanes as global economy weakens
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 10/12/2024
Fascinating to chat to Paul Wilson, founder of The Smart Things Accelerator, about plans for a new investment syndicate for Scottish startups and his vision to bring a bit of Canadian tech magic to these shores. Exclusive: www.heraldscotland.com/news/2478299...
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Scots technology chief reveals investment target
Boss of Finnieston hub reveals 'pent-up demand' at University of Glasgow for new service
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 06/12/2024
Strong words from Nic Wood, owner of Signature Pubs, as fall-out from Scottish and UK Budgets continues. Mr Wood warns firm has been pushed into "loss-making position". www.heraldscotland.com/news/2477714...
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Budget measures push fast-growing company to 'walk-away point'
The founder of Scottish hospitality group Signature has warned that recent Budget measures have pushed his company into a "loss-making…
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 05/12/2024
"The Christmas lights are up and sparkling... but no amount of festive illuminations can fully mask the challenges many of our urban areas face." Read my (not so uplifting) long read on the challenges facing Scotland's towns and cities in Business HQ Monthly www.heraldscotland.com/news/2477298...
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Festive lights can't mask challenge facing Scotland's towns
As concern grows over the fabric and wellbeing of Scotland’s urban centres, we ask whether local and national governments are doing enough reverse…
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 04/12/2024
'It sounded good but does nothing for the vast majority of licensed hospitality' Analysis of today's Scottish Budget including reaction from hospitality trade to Shona Robison's business rates offer www.heraldscotland.com/news/2477294...
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Budget boost 'does nothing for vast majority' of Scots pubs
Business groups give instant verdict to measures announced by Scottish Government
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 03/12/2024
'It would be fair to say that businesses in Scotland are facing the perfect storm of adverse conditions' Gavin Stevenson of Scottish hospitality firm Mor-Rioghain Group makes the case for business rates relief in tomorrow's Scottish Budget. Exclusive: www.heraldscotland.com/news/2476556...
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Highland hospitality chief hit out at 'postcode lottery'
Inverness music bar owner makes case for business rates relief in tomorrow's Scottish Budget
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Scott W Wright @scottwwright.bsky.social · 02/12/2024
There's still time to take advantage of our fantastic Black Friday offer - 12 months of unlimited, ad-free web and app access to The Herald for only £20. What's not to like? www.heraldscotland.com/subscribe/
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