In Sweden, strict interpretations of alcohol licensing laws have led to some outdoor venues, including temporary setups like food trucks, struggling to obtain necessary permits. An administrative court rejected an alcohol licence for a pub, as legislation requires seating arrangements that the court strictly interpreted to mean indoor seating. This situation has left many outdoor bars without licenses amid higher seasonal demand. Stockholm councillors are seeking changes to legislation to clarify interpretations, though legal experts suggest current documents support broader interpretation of serving premises beyond just indoors.
The administrative court of appeal in Gothenburg rejected an application for an alcohol licence from a pub due to seating arrangement requirements interpreted as needing indoor seating.
Stockholm City Council's commissioner of social services, Alexander Ojanne, noted that the unexpected repercussions affect outdoor bars across major cities like Gothenburg and Malmo.
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