Industry needs voice on policy
Don’t ban drinks companies from discussions, say trade groups
By Dave Hunter
ALCOHOL industry trade bodies have hit out at claims that drinks companies should be...
Calls for football drinking slammed
Move contradicts proposal to shut premises during matches - SLTA
By Matthew Lynas
CALLS by top-flight football clubs to lift the ban on the sale of...
Fears of a ‘two-tier’ system after Lidl case
Size shouldn’t influence how premises are treated, says SLTA
By Dave Hunter
A LANDMARK test purchase ruling could lead to a “two-tier” system where the sanctions...
Pub group slams judicial review
Wetherspoon criticises Greene King over Stirling challenge
By Gillian McKenzie
WETHERSPOON boss Tim Martin has accused fellow pubco Greene King of being “frightened of competition” after...
Reform hits licence numbers – SBPA
Government figures show 3000 fewer licences since 2007
By Gillian McKenzie
NEW figures showing the number of licences in Scotland has fallen by 3000 since 2007...
Pubco to sue SPL in broadcast dispute
LISINI Pub Co is set to sue the Scottish Premier League for more than £1.7 million after it attempted to stop the firm showing live top flight football matches in its pub using a Polish satellite system.
Boards urged to tackle casinos
A DUNDEE nightclub boss has called on licensing boards to take a tougher stance on alcohol licensing for casinos..
Trade slams footie pub closure plans
PUB trade groups have railed against plans to introduce legislation that would allow police to close pubs in certain areas around football matches.
Trade toasts end of beer duty escalator
Brewers welcome tax cut, but above inflation increase stays for cider, wine and spirits
PUB companies and brewers have welcomed moves to cut beer duty...
C&C acquires 50% stake in Wallaces Express
C&C Group has acquired a 50% equity stake in Irvine-based wholesaler Wallaces Express.
The Magners and Tennent’s owner said the move would give on-trade customers “enhanced service and increased value”.
Under the deal, Wallaces Express will continue to be run independently and will work alongside C&C Group to deliver a “full portfolio” to the Scottish on-trade.
Columns
Jack Cummins
Andrew Dowson
Neil Morrison
Luke Richardson
