Licensing
Government Confirms Permanent Increase to TEN Limits
The Government has confirmed plans to permanently increase the number of Temporary Event Notices (TENs) that can be used at individual premises in England and Wales. Subject to Parliamentary approval the Licensing Act 2003 (Permitted Temporary Ac...
SCOTLAND - Another visitor levy consultation - Perth and Kinross
As each week goes by another area appears to look at the Visitor Levy as an income generator. This time (19th August) Perth and Kinross launched the required 12-week public consultation. The website states: “A final decision on whether to...
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Newcastle's Late Night Levy to be Axed
It is being reported that at a meeting of Newcastle City Council Licensing Committee this week it was agreed that the current Late night Levy should be scrapped A Consultation on the proposal will now take place, with a final decision expected in...
Further operating hours relaxation for remaining World Cup Games
Yesterday further legislation was laid before Parliament and approved to cover off the possibility of inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances during the final games. It only applies for England match which is delayed. Under The Licensing A...
New digitial age verification (DAV) regulations expected in October
The Home Office has indicated that regulations permitting the use of digital verification services for alcohol age checks are expected to take effect in October. In a recent policy update, it is reported that a Home Office policy adviser stated t...
Potential outdoor seating consultation
At the end of last month Bell Ribeiro-Addy MP asked a written question as to what work the Department of Housing, Communities and Local Government was undertaking with London Councils “to expedite approval processes for independent hospitali...
Mexico -v- England - Monday 6th July - Licensing Act 2003 (FIFA World Cup Licensing Hours) (Amendment) Order 2026
Following our recent article reporting the Government’s plan to extend hours for upcoming World Cup game on 6th July between Mexico -v- England, the Government have now created the necessary Statutory Instrument (SI) (‘Licensing Act 20...
6th July Extension - Mexico Vs England - World Cup 2026
On Thursday afternoon, 2nd July, the Government announced that they would utilise their recently amended powers under s.172 of the Licensing Act 2003 to allow pubs in England and Wales to open for the upcoming round of 16 game between Mexico and E...