Premises Licence

04 May 2016

Late Night Levy - Tower Hamlets - reminder

Further to our previous news on this subject, a reminder that Tower Hamlets is still consulting on the possible introduction of a Late Night Levy.  The consultation which was launched in February runs until Sunday 15 May and, subject to some...

22 Apr 2016

Relaxation of licensing hours for Queen’s 90th birthday celebrations 22/04/2016 Update

We have previously news developments here – 'Relaxation of licensing hours for Queen’s 90th birthday celebrations - latest'. We can confirm that the Fourth Delegated Legislation Committee will consider the formal Order to give effect ...

19 Apr 2016

Scotland - West Lothian Board Festive Policy for 2016/17 - Consultation

The West Lothian Board has launched a consultation regarding its festive policy for 2016/17, in which the Board proposes to make a general extension of licensed hours for on sales premises in West Lothian on specific festive dates.  The word...

19 Apr 2016

Late Night Levy - CAMRA and BBPA joint approach - breaking news

The British Beer & Pub Association and the Campaign for Real Ale have joined forces to publish a new report on the impact of the Late Night Levy on the pub sector. The report, ‘Supporting a safer night time economy’ urges councils...

15 Apr 2016

Licensing Review - when is the crime prevention objective engaged?

Cornerstone Barristers (Philip Kolvin) are reporting a significant High Court judgment which establishes that it is not necessary for a prosecution to be brought in order for the crime prevention objective to be engaged.  In an earlier hearin...

14 Apr 2016

Managing Euro 2016 Success - Guidance

With less than two months to go until the start of Euro 2016 and with three home nations taking part, the British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA) has just released definitive guidance for pubs planning on making the most of the tournament. ...