Industry News
The Portman Group updates its guidance on alcohol sampling
The Portman Group (the Drinks industry watchdog) has updated its guidance regarding the provision of alcohol samples. The changes are directed at drink-driving prevention, specifically sampling practices directed at drivers or creating a direct li...
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Counter Terrorism Advice for Licensed Premises
The Metropolitan Police’s Counter Terrorism Protective Security Operations Department have published a letter and guidance note reminding licence holders to be mindful of the risk of terrorism this festive season and the need to conduct a co...
Hospitality businesses and insurance companies confirm intention to appeal in business interruption case
Several hospitality businesses and insurance companies have signalled their intention to appeal a High Court decision in relation to their business interruption insurance policies and Covid-19 to the Supreme Court. Mr Justice Butcher, the Judge w...
Pavement Licence Relaxations & TEN increase
At the IOL Conference last week, Government Officials confirmed that a consultation was planned for early 2023 for both retaining the Off-Sale relaxations currently enjoyed as part of the Covid Pavement Licence changes and the current increase to ...
Licensing Fees - Review
At the IoL Conference last week, Government Officials confirmed that they planned to start the collection of evidence in respect of Licensing Fees payable under the Licensing Act 2003. As with any consultation or similar exercise, the Government ...
Scotland - Restricting alcohol advertising and promotion: consultation
On Thursday (17th November), the Scottish Government published a new consultation seeking views on potential further restrictions to alcohol advertising and promotion in Scotland. The Scottish Government are inviting responses to this consultatio...
Special Occasion Relaxations - World Cup and Coronation
At the Institute of Licensing conference last week, Government officials confirmed there were no current plans for a Special Occasion Relaxation to mark the World Cup this winter. The Licensing Act 2003 gives the Secretary of State (in this case ...