Legislation, Licensing hours
Government confirms extended opening hours for pubs and bars for VE Day
08 May 2025
The Order applies for the evening of 8th May only
Legislation, Licensing hours
Pubs and bars to stay open late on May 8th for VE Day 80th anniversary
20 April 2025
It has been confirmed that pubs and bars licensed to sell alcohol until 23:00 can stay open for an extra…
Legislation
New Regulations made governing online slots stake limits take effect from early April 2025
27 February 2025
Remote Casino Operators subject to new Licence Condition
Legislation
Government confirms off-sales easement will not continue beyond 31st March 2025
27 February 2025
Government proposes instead to amend Guidance to advise licensing authorities to accept minor variations to add off-sales
Legislation
Reported smoking ban in pub gardens and outdoor venues being considered by Government
29 August 2024
If the proposal became law it has the potential to have significant implications for the hospitality industry
Enforcement, Legislation
Martyn’s Law features in King’s Speech
17 July 2024
New Government commits to introduce a Protect Duty for publicly accessible premises
Legislation
Government announces consultation on whether to amend the Licensing Act to allow for digital age verification in light of new technology
24 January 2024
Consultation to last 8 weeks
Legislation
Gambling Commission announces changes to Licence Conditions and Codes of Practice (LCCP)
01 November 2023
Further obligations to apply from 2024
Legislation
Government announces consultation for Gambling Industry Statutory Levy
17 October 2023
The Government launches its consultation on the introduction of a statutory levy for gambling operators
Legislation
Government backtrack on the Worker Protection Bill
22 August 2023
The Bill will no longer re-introduce employer liability for the harassment of employees by third parties
Legislation, Pavement licence
Government extends fast track licence scheme for yet another year
14 August 2023
Extension to allow time for permanent changes under the Levelling Up Bill to take effect
Legislation
What does the Worker Protection Bill mean for the hospitality sector?
20 June 2023
Could this have major implications for licensees and leisure operators?