The SPCA is accountable to the Scottish Parliament and operates within the legal framework established by the Tied Pubs (Scotland) Act 2021. The Adjudicator is required to act consistently with regulatory principles, ensuring fairness, transparency, and compliance with the Scottish Pubs Code.
Regular reviews of the Adjudicator’s performance and the effectiveness of the Code are conducted to maintain industry standards and protect the rights of tied pub tenants. The first of these statutory reviews will take place following the 2025-26 operating year.