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
Licensing hours
New Order allows licensed premises to remain open until 30 minutes after conclusion of England games
11 July 2026
The delayed England v Mexico kickoff led to uncertainty as to exactly what hours licensees were permitted to sell alcohol
Gambling
Gambling Commission to introduce Financial Risk Assessments
07 July 2026
FRA's to be introduced in stages
Licensing hours
Government extends hours for the Mexico v England game at 01:00 on Monday 6th July
03 July 2026
This will apply to on-sales of alcohol and late night refreshment
Legislation
Digital proof of age for alcohol sales moves a step closer
01 July 2026
The proposed amendments reflect changing consumer habits and the increasing use of secure digital identity technology
Gambling
Government releases response to the proposed changes to Gambling Commission fees
30 June 2026
Following the DCMS consultation, the Government has released its response to the proposed changes to Gambling Commission fees from 1…
PA news
Attend the UK’s largest licensing event on September 17 2026
30 June 2026
This free event offers a unique licensing learning and networking opportunity
Pavement licence
London Mayor relaunches ‘Summer Streets’ initiative to boost al fresco dining
29 June 2026
Sadiq Khan commits £500,000 to support al fresco dining and events in the capital's hospitality sector
Licensing hours
Impact on licensing hours as England progress to the Last 32
29 June 2026
England's confirmed fixture dates, permitted licensing hours extensions and TENs requirements
Licensing hours
Unprecedented surge in late night Temporary Event Notice submissions from QSR sector in lead up to the World Cup
23 June 2026
UK's leading licensing firm Poppleston Allen reports an increase in late-night licences ahead of the World Cup
PA news
Nominations for the 2026 Jeremy Allen Licensing Award are now open
08 June 2026
Now in its 15th year, this is the trade’s leading licensing award
PA news
Licensing Solicitor takes on 350km cycle and raises over £1000 for Licensed Trade Charities
05 June 2026
Through Pedalling for Pubs Felix Faulkner raises funds for the Licensed Trade Charity and Only a Pavement Away
