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Drinking problems

The intention behind the 2005 Licensing Act to outlaw the irresponsible promotion and sale of alcohol in Scotland is proving particularly tricky to implement without discriminating against small traders.

The intention behind the 2005 Licensing Act to outlaw the irresponsible promotion and sale of alcohol in Scotland is proving particularly tricky to implement without discriminating against small traders.