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Covid 19 | Scotland | Mandatory Vaccine Certification Scheme Approved
In Holyrood yesterday (9th September 2021) the Scottish Government won a vote to implement a mandatory vaccine certification from 1st October in Scotland. A similar concept was raised by Boris Johnson for England as long ago as the 12th July, and...
Labour shortages in hospitality
Plans to tackle labour shortages in hospitality and haulage In a move to tackle the much discussed labour shortages in the hospitality sector, a conglomerate of Scotland’s largest and best-known restaurant and bar operators, known as Scotti...
Marquees could be here to stay
Ministers are consulting on plans to allow some of the extra outdoor seating and street markets, introduced during the pandemic, to continue. However, the plans as currently identified do not appear to include al fresco style dining on roads. The ...
Covid 19 | Vaccine Passports
On 12th July, when the Prime Minister confirmed that Step Four would be taken on 19th July, he also announced plans in respect of nightclubs and other large events could make use of the NHS’s Covid Pass to verify customers status. Although w...
Pubwatch and Best Bar None to help independent licensees and operators
National Pubwatch and Best Bar None have joined forces to help independent licensees and operators to reduce alcohol-related crime and run their venues safely. With the Covid-19 restrictions being relaxed and the late-night market beginning to re...
Right to Work Checks | Covid Adjustments Extended
In response to the Covid impact, employers have been able to carry out adjusted right to work checks since the 30th March 2020. The Government have now announced that the ability to carry out adjusted checks, which are outlined below, will remain...