Legislation
Mayor of London Call-In Powers for Licensing Applications: What Operators Need to Know
16 October 2026
A significant change to London's licensing landscape is set to take effect from 3rd November 2026
Legislation
Westminster City Council adopts new Statement of Licensing Policy 2026
17 September 2026
Full Council adopted the revised Statement of Licensing Policy 2026 on 16 September 2026, following a recommendation from the Cabinet…
Legislation
Government unveils new long-term plan to support UK music
14 July 2026
The UK Government has launched "Turn It Up: Our Plan for Music"
Legislation
Westminster City Council Publish the Licensing Direction of Travel Document
05 March 2026
Document outlines key challenges, opportunities and aspirations for the future of licensing and planning in the borough
Legislation
London Mayor publishes Draft London Strategic Licensing Policy 2026–31
12 February 2026
The Policy outlines how licensing should support economic growth, hospitality, culture, nightlife, and events
Legislation
London’s Nightlife Taskforce proposal to boost night-time economy
29 January 2026
Sadiq Khan’s Nightlife Taskforce has set out 23 recommendations across 10 areas to help protect, support and grow London’s nightlife
Legislation
Licensing guidance for FIFA Men’s Football World Cup 2026
18 December 2025
Free flowchart showing England kick off dates and times, including standard and late TEN dates
Legislation
The Government launch a consultation on relaxing licensing hours for the FIFA Men’s Football World Cup finals
05 December 2025
Government reveals plans to allow Pubs and bars in England and Wales to stay open for longer
Legislation
Government announces new Licensing Policy Framework
27 November 2025
The framework is designed to support the hospitality and leisure sectors across the UK
Legislation
Home Office guidance requires Licensing Authorities to consider economic benefits when making licensing decisions
27 November 2025
Updated guidance from the Home Office puts economic growth at the heart of decision making
Legislation
Licensing System reform Call for Evidence published by the Government
09 October 2025
The Call for Evidence is open until midday on 6th November 2025
Legislation
Government Taskforce recommends gambling changes
12 August 2025
Government Taskforce recommends changes to Category C machine rules
