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Propel legal Briefing: A closer look at the proposed licensing reforms by Michelle Hazlewood
First appearing for Propel Hospitality in their Legal Briefing on 12th November 2025 A closer look at the proposed licensing reforms by Michelle Hazlewood It is not often the world of licensing competes for attention with the day’s bigger ...
Government backs rural pubs with £440,000 community funding
Rural pubs across the UK are set to benefit from £440,000 in new government funding to help them deliver extra services for local communities. The investment, announced by the Department for Business and Trade, will support Pub is The Hub, a...
Consultation on Category D gaming machines and licensing for bingo premises
The government has launched a new consultation proposing changes that will impact the land based gambling industry, aiming to modernize the licensing framework and support sustainable growth across the industry. The proposals being co...
John Gaunt & Partners Maintains Band 1 Status in Chambers & Partners
In the newly published Chambers & Partners rankings, John Gaunt & Partners proudly maintains its Band 1 status for Licensing in England. Tim Shield and Jon Wallsgrove are also individually ranked in Band 1, while Chris Grunert, Michelle H...
Call for Evidence on Alcohol Licensing Reform
The government is inviting submission of views and evidence to assist the development of a modern, proportionate, and enabling licensing system. This call for evidence, follows on from the Licensing Taskforce recommendations and the government&rs...
Propel Legel Briefing: 12 licensing tips of Christmas by Michelle Hazlewood
First appearing for Propel Hospitality in their Legal Briefing on 8th October 2025 The John Gaunt & Partners 12 licensing tips of Christmas by Michelle Hazlewood As autumn arrives and the trees put on their brief but beautiful display of col...