Banning the display of alcohol in shops could hammer Scotland's thriving independent brewing and distilling industries, the government has been warned.
SNP ministers launched a public consultation this week over plans to restrict advertising of beers, wines and spirits as part of a wider health campaign to lessen problematic drinking across society.
It could see professional sports clubs banned from accepting shirt or stadium sponsorships from brewers or distillers if the government pushes forward with legislation.
