Legislation
Licensing Taskforce issues report to government for consideration
31 July 2025
The recommendations for reform are profound and wide-ranging
Legislation
Business rates reform incoming for the hospitality sector
29 July 2025
The new proposal coming in the Autumn budget will create a new lower multiplier for pubs, restaurants and bars
Legislation
Government announces plans to cut red tape in boost to hospitality sector
29 July 2025
Highlights include simplifying planning and licensing regulations and fast-tracking permissions for alfresco dining and extended pub hours
Licensing hours
Government extension to licensing hours continues as Lionesses progress to the UEFA Championship 2025 final
22 July 2025
In England and Wales licensing hours will be extended by 2 hours for those premises licensed to sell alcohol until…
Gambling
Gambling Commission announce stronger approach to operator fines
11 July 2025
The changes follow a consultation and will come into force in October this year This week the Gambling Commission has…
PA news
Poppleston Allen to sponsor Best Bar None Awards 2025
08 July 2025
Partnership with It's In Nottingham to honour excellence in the city's night-time economy
PA news
Poppleston Allen announces latest staff promotion
01 July 2025
Felix Faulkner is promoted to associate solicitor, making him the firm's fifth at this level
Gambling
DCMS update on society lottery sales limits and prize draws
27 June 2025
The update follows changes proposed in the White Paper in December 2023
Alcohol, Legislation
The Data (Use and Access) Bill receives Royal Assent making it law in the UK
20 June 2025
The Act enables the use of digital ID in the United Kingdom
Pavement licence
Tables Take to the Streets: London’s Outdoor Dining Revival
19 June 2025
Mayor of London announces ‘Summer Streets’ initiative to help boost al fresco dining this summer
PA news
Licensing solicitor joins hospitality front line for National Licensing Week
12 June 2025
Pouring pints for National Licensing Week
PA news
Nominations for the 2025 Jeremy Allen Licensing Award are now open
09 June 2025
Now in its 14th year, this is the trade’s leading licensing award