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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Craig Meighan

The rule change offering Scottish beer drinkers more choice

  • New measures implemented in Scotland aim to improve beer selection in tied pubs.
  • The Scottish Pubs Code now allows tenants to stock a wider variety of beers beyond those offered by the pub owners.
  • This change, which came into force on Monday, seeks to provide tenants with more rights and support local breweries.
  • Pub owners are now required to be more transparent with prospective tenants about business costs.
  • Additional measures planned for June will offer tenants more lease options and flexibility in managing their businesses.
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