Question reference: S5W-31647
- Date lodged: 7 September 2020
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Current status: Answered by Fergus Ewing on 16 September 2020
Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on discussions with the licensed trade sector regarding the development of more nuanced guidance for music in restaurants and hospitality settings.
Answer
As announced by the First Minister on 14 August the current position of no background sound, including music, in hospitality is being kept under review. This work is currently being taken forward by an expert group comprising government, industry experts and environmental health representatives. The outcome of the review will be announced soon.