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What is Spirits Substitution? Print E-mail

 The refilling of branded spirit bottles with an alternative brand, which is illegal, also known as tipping.

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Training Leaflet -2008 Print E-mail
It Doesn't Pay To Tamper With Spirits or Buy From Unknown Sources - a new leaflet for licensees and your staff. This contains the latest legislation and advice on how to avoid alcohol adulteration and illicit spirits.  Click on download pdf for a copy. 
 
Passing Off Print E-mail

Passing Off or Switch Selling - Supplying a brand other than the one that has been requested.

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Make sure you keep your New Licence (England and Wales) 2007 Print E-mail

The leaflet "Make sure you keep your New Licence" outlines the impact that the New Licensing Act 2003 has on alcohol adulteration in England and Wales. It also has a number of helpful tips for when Trading Standards make a routine visit. Down load a copy and make sure your staff have an opportunity to read it as well. Download the Leaflet (PDF file)

 
Why Spirits Fraud Is Bad For Business (Scotland) 2007 Print E-mail

This leaflet is specific to licensees in Scotland.  It explains the issue of branded spirits  substitution and contains other guide lines to help make a visit, by Trading Standards officers, run smoothly.  It is a useful guide for all members of staff. Download the Leaflet (PDF file)

 
Licensing Act 2003 Print E-mail
Please be aware: -  the following outlines the impact of the new licensing act 2003 on prosecutions for substitution and other case of alcohol adulteration.
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