Specialists in Scotland’s Licensed Trade Sector
The introduction of the Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005 and subsequent reforms have transformed the licensing landscape. Our expert team advises national pubcos, family businesses, and new entrants alike — from city nightclubs and boutique hotels to village inns and rural pubs.
We appear regularly before Licensing Boards across Scotland, guiding clients through every stage — from initial applications to review hearings.
Our Liquor Licensing Services
- Buying, selling, and leasing licensed premises
- Premises and personal licence applications
- Review hearings and appeals
- Extended hours and occasional licences
- Licence variations and renewals
- Judicial reviews and compliance support
In an increasingly regulated environment, securing the right licences and permissions is essential for business success.
Alongside our sister company, Inn Business Scotland, we help operators navigate complex Civic Government procedures — from first application to renewal. We act swiftly, effectively, and always with an understanding of the commercial realities.
Our Civic Government Licensing Services
- Late hours catering licences
- Tables and chairs permits
- Public entertainment and event licences
- Taxi and private hire licences
- Tattoo and body piercing licences
- Houses in multiple occupation (HMO)
- Marriage and civil partnership venue approvals
- Street trader licences
Liquor Licensing
The introduction of the Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005 and subsequent reforms have transformed the licensing landscape. Our expert team advises national pubcos, family businesses, and new entrants alike — from city nightclubs and boutique hotels to village inns and rural pubs.
We appear regularly before Licensing Boards across Scotland, guiding clients through every stage — from initial applications to review hearings.
Our Licensing Services
- Buying, selling, and leasing licensed premises
- Premises and personal licence applications
- DPM and Transfer applications
- Extended hours and occasional licences
- Licence variations and renewals
- Houses in multiple occupation (HMO)
We’re proud to be known as Scotland’s go-to legal advisers for the licensed trade, delivering clear, effective advice with the speed and precision your business demands.
Civic Government Licensing
In an increasingly regulated environment, securing the right licences and permissions is essential for business success.
Alongside our sister company, Inn Business Scotland, we help operators navigate complex Civic Government procedures — from first application to renewal. We act swiftly, effectively, and always with an understanding of the commercial realities.
Our Civic Government Licensing Services
- Late hours catering licences
- Tables and chairs permits
- Public entertainment and event licences
- Taxi and private hire licences
- Tattoo and body piercing licences
- Houses in multiple occupation (HMO)
- Marriage and civil partnership venue approvals
- Street trader licences
Whether you’re acquiring a new licensed premises, expanding your portfolio, or defending your reputation before a Licensing Board, Macgregor Thomson offers trusted, sector-leading expertise.
We’re proud to be known as Scotland’s go-to legal advisers for the licensed trade, delivering clear, effective advice with the speed and precision your business demands.
Practice Areas
Contact
Springfield House, Laurelhill Business Pk, Stirling FK7 9JQ
01786 406423