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Scottish Government look at Licensing Hours for Men’s World Cup 2026
Further to our news item last week in relation to the Government proposal to extend hours for the on sale of alcohol, should one of the Home Nation teams reach the latter stages of the Men’s World Cup 2026.This would only apply to England an...
Consultation - proposed licensing hours relaxation for FIFA men’s World Cup in 2026
As per previous international football events (most recently the UEFA Men’s Euro Championship 2024 and UEFA Women’s Euro Championship 2025) and other special occasions (e.g. Royal Weddings and His Majesty’s Coronation etc) the Go...
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Category D gaming machine consultation
The DCMS has opened their consultation on stakes and prizes for Category D gaming machines. In response to concerns from the British gambling industry that some sectors continue to struggle, including Family Entertainment Centres (FECs) which the...
Updated S182 Guidance Issued
It has been a busy time on the policy front with the issue of the initial new National Licensing Policy Framework for the hospitality and leisure sectors followed this week by an update to the S182 Guidance on the 26th of November 2025. Is this t...
National Taxi Standards
On 25th November 2025, the House of Commons had now approved a new clause (Clause 49) to the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill. The new Clause defines a ‘National Minimum Standard’ and ‘regulated licence’. ...
Leigh Schelvis runner up for The Charles Holland Award
John Gaunt & Partners are proud to announce Senior Solicitor, Leigh Schelvis as runner up in the inaugural Charles Holland Award which was awarded at the Institute of Licensing Gala Dinner held on the 27 November 2025. From the 10 finalists, ...
Michelle Hazlewood comments on the National Licensing Policy Framework for Hospitality and Leisure Sectors (NLPF) being released
Following on from the Red Tape Review, which concluded on 6th November, we have within 20 days (and one day after the Chancellor's budget) the National Licensing Policy Framework for Hospitality and Leisure Sectors (NLPF). The NLPF contains ...
Late Night Levy in Southwark Licensing Authority?
Southwark have issued a notice regarding a proposal to vary the Late Night Levy (LNL) which is currently in place. It was introduced in 2019 and is currently for the licensable activity of late night refreshment after midnight and up to 6am. The...