Coronavirus: Hurdles ahead on trade’s path to reopening

The answers to these questions will play a pivotal role in the survival of thousands of hospitality businesses. When will the lockdown measures be eased? How can the trade viably adapt to social distancing challenges – and what are the regulatory obstacles?
Succession

Don’t postpone business succession plans until it is too late!

For operators in the licensed trade taking time to plan ahead can make a critical difference to both family and business outcomes

Food licence cooks up extra expense

ACCORDING to the Scottish Grocers’ Federation, converting to the new licensing system has cost its members £22.4 million – and for some supermarkets, convenience...

Time for proper appeals to return?

THE remarkable battle between Ayrshire operator Buzzworks and pub giant JD Wetherspoon has spawned a decision that could spell real uncertainty for licensed trade...

End of the road for forecourt ‘ban’?

by Jack Cummins Latest consultation addressed issue of licensing shops at petrol garages MANY licensed premises attract motorists but the Scottish Government, backed by some licensing...

More legislative twists on horizon

Further changes are expected as the latest Bill heads for the finish line First there was the Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005, laden with over 30 sets...

A case for licence holder defence

A recent legal change reintroduced the concept of vicarious liability to licensing law. Solicitor Caroline Treanor looks at the implications ON December 13, 2010, the...
If a premises manager’s licence lapses, it could force temporary closure

Don’t run the risk of losing your licence

If a personal licence expires there’s a potential for disaster
view of Edinburgh at night

Short-term let licensing will mean long-term pain for Scottish businesses

The scope of the licensing régime is broad, encompassing a whole range of residential and commercial accommodation: B&Bs, self-catering properties, holiday lets, lodges, yurts and more

Pricing optimism is entirely misplaced

Despite health arguments, MUP will not reduce harmful drinking

Columns

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