Claims of 'boozy brunch' at unlicensed East Lothian restaurant denied

Social media footage of customers drinking and dancing on the chairs of an Italian restaurant during a 'boozy brunch' sparked concern from licensing chiefs after it was claimed to have taken place while the eaterie was unlicensed.

Natasha Scott, formerly known as Natasha Pacitti who runs La Trattoria , in Tranent High Street, East Lothian, insisted no alcohol had been sold at the restaurant after she was told its temporary drink licence had ended.

But she admitted she had not paid enough attention to the restaurant' s Facebook page saying images of cocktails available and footage of events where drinks appeared to be served were outdated and did not take place while it was unlicensed.

She told a meeting of East Lothian Licensing Board: "I have a social media company I pay £800 a mon