The confluence of three legislative threats to Scotland's drinks industry has raised alarm from various stakeholders, from producers to retailers, hospitality venues and distributors.
In order of potential magnitude these are the implementation of the Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) on 16 August, the consultation on a potential ban on alcohol promotion, and the possibility of the Treasury un-freezing alcohol duties.
Those Insider has spoken to for this piece have suggested that taken together, these changes could put many companies out of business, as Scotland becomes a significantly more difficult place to operate.
