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Minimum pricing referred to Europe

The ongoing legal battle over the introduction of a minimum price for alcohol has been referred to Europe.
Paul Waterson

Trade and health teamwork “vital”

SLTA calls for continued co-operation on licensing.
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Units on glasses plan under fire

Trade slams call to put alcohol content on glassware.
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Training crisis continues

New figures show extent of refresher backlog across Scotland.

Trade warning over drug wipes

By Dave Hunter Claims some cleaning liquids produce ‘false positive’ OPERATORS have been warned to pay close attention to the chemicals used to clean their premises,...
Paul Waterson

Trade groups join forces on training

By Gillian McKenzie SLTA and BII Scotland form ‘mutually beneficial’ partnership THE SLTA and BII Scotland have joined forces to pool resources on training. The two trade...
Succession plan: Brian Calder and John Gilligan of Wallaces TCB.

Calder takes the helm at Tennent’s

By Gillian McKenzie Wholesale boss takes over enlarged business following acquisition THE former boss of wholesaler Wallaces Express has been appointed chief executive of Tennent Caledonian...
Brian Calder and John Gilligan

Calder takes helm at Tennent’s

Brian Calder has been appointed chief executive of Tennent Caledonian Breweries.
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Fears over trade training delays

Tardiness could have “dire consequences” for operators.
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Chancellor scraps duty escalator

Trade groups and drinks bodies have welcomed the announcement that the duty escalator for alcohol will be scrapped.

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