Criminal Law

Dealing with squatters: three key steps

12-Feb-2018 By Deborah Rider

Given the evolving nature of the restaurant business, many operators seek flexibility to either shut down and open up new premises or commence trading from a new site where, typically, the property may remain empty while a fit-out takes place. However...

Two Edinburgh restaurateurs detained by HMRC in tax raids

07-Dec-2011 By Luke Nicholls

Two restaurateurs from Edinburgh have been detained by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) on suspicion of failing to pay tax, as part of the on-going taskforce operation targeting restaurants across Scotland.

22 restaurants face possible prosecution for tax evasion

02-Nov-2011 By Luke Nicholls

Twenty-two restaurants in the UK are currently being considered for criminal prosecution after HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) issued a crackdown on tax dodgers.

Food hygiene, the law

05-May-2010 By Rod Hunt

If you work in the hospitality industry, you will be in no doubt that it is one of the most heavily regulated business sectors. But do you know what the consequences are for your business and its employees if there is a breach of food safety rules?