Licensing
Smart Water Scheme for Licensed Premises is expanded to whole of South Yorkshire
We had previously reported on a Smartwater Scheme receiving funding for Licensed Premises in Sheffield. Any project which helps promote a welcoming and friendly environment and deters troublesome clientele is clearly of benefit to licenced premis...
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Redbridge Licensing Authority remove LPGMP from Premises
It has been reported that Redbridge Council Licensing Committee have withdrawn an LPGMP (Licensed Premises Gaming Machine Permit) from a pub in Wanstead. Premises can receive entitlement for up to two machines at site (Category C or D) by way of ...
Anthony Joshua v Andy Ruiz Jr on 7th December 2019
On 7th December 2019, there will be the re-match between Anthony Joshua v Andy Ruiz Jr for the WBA, IBF, WBO and IBO world heavyweight titles, with Anthony Joshua looking to “avenge” his only professional loss. The fight will be ...
Wales will introduce 50p MUP in March.
As previously reported, on Tuesday 12th November the National Assembly for Wales convened to debate regulations which would lead to the introduction of a Minimum Unit Price (MUP) for alcohol. The Regulations were approved by the members whi...
75th Anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day – Government announce Plan to Extend Licensing Hours in England and Wales
Next year marks the 75th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day with celebrations and community events across the country to remember the contribution of British, Commonwealth and Allied Armed Forces personnel and all those citizens who contrib...
Northern Ireland - Consultation
Northern Ireland’s Department for Communities has started a consultation on licensing laws within the jurisdiction. The Northern Irish system is currently Court based and has not experienced the similar type of reform which has been und...
Gambling - Commission call for action from Pub sector
We have previously highlighted the publication of guidance jointly by the BBPA and UKHospitality. This followed a series of test purchase operations carried out in respect of gaming machines in licensed premises. Working with Lo...