Pricing optimism is entirely misplaced
Despite health arguments, MUP will not reduce harmful drinking
Trade is entitled to a fair hearing
Is it right for boards to consider pending charges before guilt is established?
IN the last issue of SLTN solicitor Stephen McGowan deconstructed the suggestion...
Responsibility levy is a ‘nonsense’ tax
Long-mooted power could be the last straw for some operators
The word “alcohol” appeared only once in the SNP’s pre-election manifesto (in the context of...
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...
Overprovision back in spotlight
Boards look set to retain powers to handle issue at local level
HOW do you solve a problem like overprovision?
At last September’s national conference...
Not all required to comply with MUP
Some sources of alcohol are beyond minimum unit pricing’s reach
Cafe culture gets tangled up in red
Glasgow’s approach to pavement licensing is increasingly bureaucratic
The growth of so-called ‘café-culture’ in Glasgow was a major boost for the city and its economy.
Substantial...
How will the trade comply with MUP?
The devil’s in the details in terms of enforcement and compliance
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...
Health’s hysteria on ads is ominous
The anti-alcohol lobby won’t be satisfied until drinkers are pariahs
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Luke Richardson
William Woodburn
