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MSPs call for clarity on Wildlife and Muirburn Bill
Stage 1 report proposes changes and seeks further information

Alcohol minimum unit price proposed to rise to 65p
Ministers propose continuing the law with rise to improve health outcomes

No change to short term lets timetable: minister
Call to scrap licensing scheme in wake of judicial review rejected

Licensing scheme proposed for animal care businesses
Ministers consult on regulations for dog walkers and groomers among others

Call for views opens on Wildlife Management Bill
MSPs seek evidence on grouse moor licensing, use of traps and more

Bill introduced for wildlife and to control muirburn
New grouse moor licensing scheme aims to end raptor persecution

Scots alcohol minimum price law saving lives: study
Research concludes fewer deaths and hospital admissions in first years

Tied Pubs (Scotland) Act paused pending court appeal
Minister confirms Government intentions following judge's interim order

“Nil limit” decision on Edinburgh sex venues annulled
Council wrongly advised that discretion remained to grant licence

Revised s 142 guidance issued for licensing boards
Ministers replace guidance issued when 2005 Act first in force

Grouse shoot licensing consulted on ahead of new bill
Ministers propose new measures to support raptor conservation

Call for action as alcohol deaths rise again
Alcohol Focus Scotland wants higher minimum price and no more off-licences

MSPs voice concerns over proposed firework controls
Stage 1 report says changes needed to make legislation effective

Bill introduced to confirm pandemic reforms
Bill makes permanent some measures and extends temporary justice provisions

MSPs back short term lets licensing scheme
Majority of committee back regulations as way to tackle problems

First proposals for Tied Pubs Code out for views
Market rent only leases and guest beer agreements given priority

Minister proposes to simplify short term letting rules
Letter confirms controls more in line with Civic Government Act

Legal challenge to nightclub vaccine passports
Industry body opposes Sturgeon plan

Revised short term let licensing scheme out for views
Seven week consultation opens on control regime for tourism hotspots

Firework buyers could need licence under new proposals
Ministers consult on legislation to improve firework safety

Two members' bills complete Holyrood passage
Tied pubs and local government charter bills pass stage 3

MSPs want legal move to help funfairs
Report says showpeople face licensing barriers

Short-term holiday lets legislation is withdrawn
Holyrood delay is designed to reassure businesses

Tied Pubs Bill wins Government support
Business Minister confirms stage 1 backing despite committee doubts