Premises licence
How long does it take to get a premises licence?
07 June 2023
Read about the time it takes before you can open your doors (or launch your website) for alcohol sales
Gambling
Our licensing expertise is now on Wikipedia, too
22 May 2023
This is on top of our licensing solicitors getting regular coverage in the national press
Gambling
Should Crypto Currencies be Regulated as Gambling?
19 May 2023
The UK Treasury Committee report has said consumer crypto trading should be regulated as gambling rather than financial services
PA news
BBC Radio turns to Poppleston Allen solicitors for advice on laws around refusing the sale of alcohol due to age
19 May 2023
Supermarket retailer Aldi refused to sell alcohol to a 47 year old who was shopping with her 14 year old…
Late night levy
Government confirm Late Night Levy charge applicable to premises that provide late night refreshment
19 May 2023
The Government will now seek to bring into effect the legislative changes to the Late Night Levy
Late night levy
Council in North West begins consultation on introducing the Late Night Levy
09 May 2023
The consultation closes on 18 June 2023 with a proposal to introduce the Levy on 1 January 2024
Podcast
PA podcast: Listen to partner, James Anderson, discuss how to handle drunk customers
03 May 2023
A deeper understanding of noise complaints and how to deal with them
Licensing hours
Order made for extension of licensed hours to celebrate King’s Coronation
02 May 2023
Extension until 1am for 5th to 7th May subject to exceptions
Martyn's Law
Martyn’s Law – Government publishes draft Bill for pre-legislative scrutiny
02 May 2023
Draft Bill will introduce new scrutiny requirements for public venues in the UK
Gambling
Government Publish White Paper on gambling regulation reform
27 April 2023
The long-awaited White Paper proposes extensive changes to gambling regulation in Great Britain, with updates for the digital age
Late night levy
Council in North West votes to consult on a Late Night Levy
06 April 2023
6 week consultation begins on 8th May
PA news
Sarah Willingham of Nightcap Plc double winner at the Publican Awards
31 March 2023
Licensing solicitor David Inzani presents the Business Leader of the Year Award