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...
Pricing optimism is entirely misplaced
Despite health arguments, MUP will not reduce harmful drinking
Health research beggars belief
Study being used as platform for campaign against licensed premises
Fancy accepting an invitation to take part in a research experiment? It simply involves offering to...
PLH history must not be repeated
Huge backlog of applications seen in 2009 must be avoided
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...
PLH mess didn’t have to happen
The current renewals uncertainty could easily have been avoided .
Tempestuous times ahead for boards
Aberdeen licensing board’s bold policy on overprovision ended up in a ditch a few months ago – and now it seems odds on that...
PLH renewals a ‘sorry mess’
Trade deserved better than a series of broken, quick fixes
Stage set for more drink price drama
Bill will be passed by parliament but policy is certain to be challenged
“OH no you can’t!” shout its detractors. “Oh yes we can!” declares...
Overprovision is still a minefield
Recent Aldi decision in Dundee serves as a warning to other boards
Two years ago, Dundee licensing board carried out an overprovision consultation exercise and...
