Latest News
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, ...
Sign up to our Newsletter
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...
Temporary Event Notices for the Christmas 2025
If your premises is looking to capitalize s on the festive cheer and expand its offer to customers, and your Premises Licence does not contain a seasonal variation that meets your business needs or alternatively your Premises Licence does not have...
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...