Summary
THE architect of plans to reform licensing laws has warned the new bill put forward by ministers risks creating bizarre problems both for publicans and communities.
Sheriff Gordon Nicholson says the draft Licensing (Scotland) Bill, now before parliament, would allow prohibitionists in Stornoway to object legitimately to pubs opening in Glasgow, while denying other objectors "natural justice".See the full content of this document
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How Teetotal Islander Could Block City Pub
He also warns the bill could hurt rural communities by blocking the sale of alcohol at garages, even though the garage might also be the main local shop.
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