21-09-2011, 08:58 AM
I think it's also wise to note that not all sections of the community have what appears to be the (majority) Scotland's all embracing attitude to alcohol.
Life is ofcourse all about choices.
Some clubs may be held where there is an alcohol licence at the premises.
This may provide a barrier to some people going to that club. The obvious thing is for them to go to another club!
Where there is only 1 choice in an area it may though be in the best interest's of Chess to hold the club where there is no alcohol on the premises and a rule that no alcohol can be drunk at the board. Juniors should not have to play against an adult who is drinking and should not have to attend a club where alcohol is available.(There may also be faith issues?) Adults can after all go to the pub together after club is finished.
imho
Life is ofcourse all about choices.
Some clubs may be held where there is an alcohol licence at the premises.
This may provide a barrier to some people going to that club. The obvious thing is for them to go to another club!
Where there is only 1 choice in an area it may though be in the best interest's of Chess to hold the club where there is no alcohol on the premises and a rule that no alcohol can be drunk at the board. Juniors should not have to play against an adult who is drinking and should not have to attend a club where alcohol is available.(There may also be faith issues?) Adults can after all go to the pub together after club is finished.
imho