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Scotland - changes to acceptable forms of ID from 1 October 2013
As previously reported, the Scottish Government is extending the list of ID documents which provide a defence for retailers when selling, or allowing the use of, certain age restricted products. For details of the changes, please see our previous ...
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Test purchasing in Gambling premises
The Gambling Commission has recently undertaken a round of test purchasing in relation to under 18’s being in gambling licensed premises and playing gaming machines. The stated aim was to “remind licensed gambling operators of their r...
Gambling - Proposed amendments to licence conditions and codes of practice for all operators (LCCP)
The Gambling Commission have issued a consultation document relating to proposed changes to the LCCP. The changes, designed to enhance consumer protection and improve gambling regulation, are set out in proposed amendments to the Licence Con...
e-cigarettes - the industry view?
E-cigarettes – they seem to be increasing in popularity. Indeed two ‘e-bacconists’ have recent opening within 500 yards of our office. What is the industry view? Does your company have a policy as to whether they can be use...
Fake ID - a useful resource?
Sheffield Safeguarding Children Board has produced a useful and interesting factsheet on the use of false ID, in part directed at those who may be tempted to use such and the possible consequences of so doing. In case of interest it can be found ...
PwC 2014 Hotels Forecast just released
The PwC Hospitality and Leisure Practice ‘Hotels Forecast for 2014’ has just been released and a copy can be found here, in case of interest. Their executive bullet point summary of a very comprehensive review of the market is t...
Scotland - Highland - Board drops proposal for the use of plastic 'glasses' in all pubs
A proposal to extend the use of plastic drinks glasses to all pubs in the Highlands has been dropped. Currently late-opening clubs must serve all beverages in plastic receptacles after 21:00 but the Highland Licensing Board held a public con...