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Health report is unfair to boards

New publication is a ‘fundamental attack’ on the licensing system By Jack Cummins EARLIER this year, Edinburgh licensing board came under fire following decisions to grant...

Off-trade is not the only target

Health lobby is equally interested in curbing on-trade alcohol sales WHILE the Scottish licensed trade and licensing boards are being denied a review of the...
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An Epic case of trade injustice

There should be a greater focus on youngsters who break the law By Jack Cummins CONNIVING underage youngsters who commit the offence of purchasing alcohol escape...

Coronavirus: D-day for defaulters

The small minority of licensed outlets that defied the Scottish Government’s order to close could find themselves facing sanctions sooner than expected

Keeping up to speed with employment law

It’s crucial employers have the correct policies and procedures in place, writes employment lawyer David Hoey EMPLOYMENT law continues to grow. In addition to the...

There are strict rules on what gambling pubs can and can’t host

A guide to what is permitted in pubs under the Gambling Act 2005 – failure to comply with the rules can result in prosecution

The door is open to online deliveries

Restaurants and casual dining outlets among the adopters .
The new statements will set out each board’s position on licensing policy.

Overprovision back in the spotlight

Health lobby seeks to make its mark on policy statements By Jack Cummins EVERY three years licensing boards must prepare and publish a statement of licensing...
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PLH history must not be repeated

Huge backlog of applications seen in 2009 must be avoided

Legal fight was a non-starter

The courts are unlikely to second-guess difficult health decisions

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Jack Cummins
LEGAL
Niall Hassard
ONLY DRAMS
Andrew Dowson
Neil Morrison
ASK THE OPERATOR
Neil Morrison
THE GRAPEVINE
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