Calls for trade straw charge
Proposed 5p charge on plastic straws has split trade
By Jonathan Watt
THE on-trade is divided over calls to introduce a mandatory 5p charge for plastic...
Business rates appeals rise
The number of appeals against the last non-domestic rates revaluation had increased on the previous round, new figures have shown.
According to numbers released by...
Boards: keep your neutrality
Newly-elected administrations implored to ignore party politics
By Dave Hunter
A VETERAN Scottish licensing lawyer has called on the country’s new licensing boards to maintain their...
Overprovision back in spotlight
OVERPROVISION and outdoor areas are among the topics a Police Scotland unit wants to see debated as part of a “wider conversation about alcohol”.
Will...
How are island operators faring?
Numbers rise as fares fall, bringing a boost to trade for many
By Jack Walsh
With the summer season almost in full swing, Scotland’s island operators...
Tax and Brexit top election priorities
Candidates from all parties encouraged to support hospitality
By Dave Hunter
Taxation and Brexit have been cited as the most important issues for the licensed trade...
Should councils control rates?
Trade split on suggestion local authorities should run the show
By Dave Hunter
The licensed trade is split over suggestions that all control of business rates...
Calls for new board guidance
Fresh calls for the Scottish Government to issue updated guidance for licensing boards have been issued as new boards are elected following last week’s...
Clarity is needed on fit and proper
Clear definition required as applicant assessment is reintroduced to law
Operators and trade groups have issued fresh calls for a clear definition of ‘fit and...
New boards must understand trade
Incoming councillors should take time to learn about the business
By Dave Hunter
SCOTLAND’S incoming licensing boards should take the time to learn about the licensed...
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