Category: Our Journey

Katy gains work experience in constituency office


Training at The Usual Place not only gives young people an opportunity to learn food, drink and hospitality skills, our mentorship also enables individuals to discover their own strengths, gain confidence and reconnect with long held ambitions. Katie is now...

Harry Has Completed His Training


We are so proud of Harry, who has completed his training at The Usual Place and is moving on to further education computer course. We are also very pleased that Harry will still be part of The Usual Place team...

Statement from our CEO 27th June 2025


Statement from Craig McEwen, CEO at The Usual Place in response to question from Craig Hoy MSP to First Minister, John Swinney MSP in Scottish Parliament on 26th June 2025. “We have been overwhelmed by the support The Usual Place...

Ryan’s First Job! June 2025


How does it feel to start your first job?Well, according to Ryan, it’s “Amazing!”.Ryan couldn’t resist popping in to see us after his first shift with The Cairndale Hotel & Spa where has successfully achieved a new part time role serving food...