An Edinburgh councillor has slammed a decision to "rubber stamp" alcohol licences for two new additions to the St James Quarter, saying it makes "a complete mockery" of the local authority's policy on the over provision of booze in the city centre.
Chas Booth, Greens, argued that licences for a cocktail bar and interactive football experience set to open in the shopping centre soon should have been refused by the council due the impact of "excessive availability of alcohol" on local residents.
The licensing board approved the two applications on Monday (November 28) after councillors visited the premises.
