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CIA in Warrington up for review
CIA’s come and go, and since the end of the lockdown period, a number of Cumulative Impact Areas(CIA) have disappeared when the evidence to support their continuation no longer exists. Warrington Council, on behalf of its Licensing Authorit...
Business rate cuts for the high street
Business Secretary, the Rt Hon Jonathan Reynolds has again reiterated over the weekend the government’s plan to permanently cut business rates for the high street. At present 250,000 retail, hospitality and leisure (RHL) properties rec...
Government plans to slash red tape and breathe new life into the high street
The government has announced a major overhaul of planning and licensing rules that could make it easier and quicker to launch new cafés, bars, music venues, and alfresco dining spots, especially in disused high street units. As part of a p...
Congratulations to the Lionesses - what this means for licensing hours for the Semi-Final
Congratulations to the Lionesses for their great comeback against Sweden last night (17th July), coming from 2-0 down and eventually winning on penalties in a nail-biting finish. As well as meaning the team progress to the semi-finals, and hopefu...
Digital ID - Data (Use and Access) Act 2025
On 19 June, the Data (Use and Access) Act received Royal Assent, meaning the proposed Bill has become Law. This Act is a major milestone towards the creation and empowerment of trustworthy digital identities which will allow people to verify thei...
Underage Sales Prosecution
It has been reported that North Staffordshire Magistrates Court has issued fines and costs order against a licensee following a successful prosecution for underage sales, the total amount ordered to be paid being £5288.00 The premise was a ...