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News: How could Brexit affect licensing laws for pubs?Brexit effects on Licensing laws with less than 9 months to go. |
News: Hostile TransfersRegaining a premises licence from a former tenant can cost landlords dearly |
Maximising Trading PotentialWhat are your options for maximising your trade? |
News: Shadow Licences - The Landlord's Safety NetCan more than one party hold a Premises Licence? |
News: Tougher Enforcement...for Food Business Operators in Nottingham |
Freedom of ChoiceChoose the Lawyers You Want! |
Q & A: Displaying NoticesI have made an application for a new premises licence for a bar and restaurant premises which I recently purchased... |
Live Boxing EventsHow do I go about showing a live boxing event? |
News: Putting you on noticeTop Tips - know your obligations when notices are to be displayed |
Extending Trade AreaCan I use my basement area for functions or busy periods? |
News: Reducing potential of terrorism at your pubTop Tips - useful guidelines to follow on reducing violence at licensed premises |
News: Do we like pubs or not?Pubs can bring investment to an entire area |
Under 18's and the consumption of alcoholI run a family pub, what is the legal position on consumption of alcohol for under 18's? |
The Benefits of a Premises LicenceCan I run a restaurant without the benefit of a Premises Licence? |
News: Dust Those Notices DownKeep Clean and Legal |
News: Super 8 RestaurantsOvercoming objections to secure green light for new venue |
Q & A: Out with the old…What if I have old Licensing Act 1964 conditions on my licence? |
News: New premises licence granted in SouthwarkObjections overturned pave way for new London Hotel Bar |
Extending my premisesWhat do I need to consider? |
Trading Later HoursDon't assume anything with opening hours. |
News: PermissionsTop Tips - What to consider when changing your operation |
Old Embedded ConditionsDo I need to submit a minor variation to remove old embedded conditions? |
News: Roof TerraceTop Tips - how an outside roof area may appeal to your customers |
Q & A: Premises to be leasedMy lease is subject to the grant of a Premises Licence |
Notice RequirementsIs my notice defective? |
Premise Licence Holder queryDoes the Premises Licence Holder have to be present on the premises at all times? |
Late-night boxingWhat do I need to consider if I want to stay open to shown late-night boxing to my customers? |
News: Intoxication PolicyTop Tips for devising an effective intoxication policy |
News: Behind the Bar or Behind Bars this Christmas?Operators and staff of licensed premises have an obligation to prevent crime and disorder and promote public safety |
Premises Licence Application AdvertWhich newspaper is suitable to publish my application notice in? |
Race NightYou can hold events where participants stake money on live, recorded or virtual races |
News: Appeal against decision of Licensing CommitteeWhat are the timescales and what is the procedure? |
News: Poker's Continued PopularityTop tips on how to deal with poker games in the correct way |
Giving up the LicenceI am about to retire should I surrender my Premises Licence? |
Licence for hireThe organisers of a wedding event wish to use my Premises Licence. |
Prevention of Crime and DisorderAm I at risk of losing my premises licence? |
Variation of Premises Licence - Extending HoursLocal residents may lodge an appeal to the grant of my licence - will I be at risk of having to pay costs? |
News: DangermouseTop Tips on how to avoid food safety offences |
News: War on London’s late night venues or demand for higher standardsIssues faced by Fabric point to a wider problem of how we protect London's night-time economy |
Evidence deadlines for hearingsCan I produce evidence on the day of the hearing? |
News: Record and ReportTop Tips - How to ensure your incident book is detailed and complete |
Personal Licence and SIA (Security Industry Authority) LicenceDo I need to tell the authorities about an assault charge? |
News: Trying to find the right balanceIs the balance fair between operators, the authorities and the local residents? |
Admittance of Children in PubsCan I allow children into my pub? |
News: Police PowersThe police have powers to close multiple licensed premises to prevent disorder |
Q & A: Pub Betting RegulationsCan customers log into their own mobile betting accounts whilst sat in my pub? |
News: First Line of DefenceDoor staff are often the first point of contact for customers when they approach a pub |
Change of UseWhich licence do I apply for first: planning or licensing? |
News: Time for a changeTop Tips on the processes for changing the terms of your premises licence |
News: Setting BoundariesEven though something is legal, you may your own policies and procedures to prohibit and activity. |
Q & A: When door staff numbers do not add upHow do I request a change to a condition in relation to door staff numbers? |
News: Search PoliciesTop Tips: Having a good search policy can help your pub stay open |
Extended licensing hours for the Queen's 90th BirthdayDoes this apply to me? |
News: The Lottery of a Licensing AppealAppeal hearings - what you need know. |
Q & A: Negative "vetting"The police are threatening to review my licence |
Q & A: The 499 People RuleI am proposing an event for 800, what should I do? |
News: Preparations for the summer weatherTop Tips - How to make of your outdoor spaces |
News: Further Details on the Queen's Birthday CelebrationsTwo hour extension available to licensed premises on each day |
Q & A: Can I serve drinks from a camper van?What permissioon do I need? |
News: Alfresco EntertainmentTop Tips: How to get the best from your beer garden |
News: Making Plans for NigelTreat your plans the same way you do your licensed hours and your conditions |
News: Draft Order relaxing licensing hours for Queen’s Birthday now approved by ParliamentThe draft Order relaxing licensing hours has now been approved |
News: Further details about Queen’s Birthday extended HoursFurther information about what licensable activities are extended on 10th and 11th June 2016. |
News: Employing Illegal Workers in Licensed PremisesHigh Court restore Licensing Authority Decision to Revoke Premises Licence |
News: Government Issues Draft Regulations Extending Hours for Queen’s BirthdayExtension of hours for on-licences on 10th and 11 June 2016 |
Q & A: Premises Licence and Insolvent / Dissolved CompaniesIs there a risk that the premises licence could have lapsed? |
News: How would you describe the model licensee?Top Tips - qualities to look for in a DPS. |
News: Additional Pub Hours for Queen’s Birthday Coinciding with England’s and Wales’ Euro OpenerStay up for the big kick-off |
News: Noise Impact from Existing Businesses on Residential DevelopmentsPotential noise must be assessed before offices are changed to dwellings |
News: DrugsTop Tips on dealing with the use of illegal drugs in your premises. |
Q & A: Variation of an external area within the red lineDo I need to submit a variation to include an external area? |
Q & A: Music ServicesCan I use internet music services in my pub? |
News: Dealing with Enforcement ActionTop Tips: Cooperating with Licensing and Police Officers will make a difference |
News: This is the way we like to do it hereEach case must be reviewed on its individual merits. |
News: Know the details before you purchaseTop Tips on what to consider when acquiring new premises to trade as a licensed venue |
News: Court of Appeal allows substitution of correct Appellant in nightclub revocation case.Court of Appeal allows substitution of correct Appellant in nightclub revocation case. |
Q & A: Fears over pub tenantA shadow licence provides complete protection to the landlord |
Q & A: Transfer of a licenceIs there a way of reinstating a surrendered licence? |
News: Avoid faults for festive successBe proactive to ensure your operation is in order over the festive period |
News: All fright on nightTop Tips - Hosting a halloween event can be a great way to increase footfall as well as boosting profits |
Q & A: Tenant will not consent to licence transferWhere does this leave me with regards to the operation of the premises and the premises licence? |
News: Fighting the cause effectA representation against a variation must be about the effect of it on the licensing objectives. |
News: The impact of public healthThe work of public health teams will enhance the decision-making process for those applying for licences |
When is it Appropriate to Impose ConditionsLicensing Partner James Anderson Looks at When is it Appropriate to Impose Conditions on a Licence |
Q & A: Preventing Underage Sales at your PremisesA useful list of 12 tools you can use to ensure that you do not break the law or fail a test purchase |
News: The London Restaurant and Casual Dining MarketLondon Licensing Partners Clare Eames and Lisa Inzani take a look at the London Restaurant and Casual Dining Market; Trailblazers, Trends and Licensing Landscape |
Licensing authority has refused layout wishDo the proposed alterations to my premises really undermine the licensing objectives? |
Q & A: Fights at PremisesThe police are threatening to prosecute - what can I do? |
Q & A: Threat to licence after noise complaintsI have been served with a noise abatement notice - what can I do? |
Q & A: Number of TENs allowed is going up - in 2016When will the new amount of TENs allowed come into force? |
Q & A: Licensing preparations for a village festivalWhat licensing issues do I need to consider? |
News: Wetherspoons succeed in Newcastle on Levy VariationWetherspoons successfully appeal in Newcastle on Levy Variation |
Q & A: Clarity needed on home gaming machines played in pubsCan I put a WII or a Nintendo console in my pub? |
Q & A: Capacity limitation has been removed from my licenceDo capacities need to be stated on licences? |
News: Decoding premises licencesDecrypting a premises licences - here are some examples |
Q & A: Is it the right time to sell hot food?I want to sell hot food until 11.30pm do I need to vary my licence? |
Q & A: Can I show upcoming rugby matches on TV?Do I need regulated entertainment on my licence? |
Q & A: Licence Review RequestCan the police ask for a review following one incident at my premises? |
Q & A: Late-Night barbequesDo I need to vary my premises licence? |
Q & A: Selling alcohol onlineWhat type of licence do I need to sell alcohol online? |
News: Mandatory Licensing Conditions Part 2 - Water / Age Policies / MeasuresAmended Mandatory Conditions to apply from 1st October 2014 |
Q & A: Do I need to vary my premises licence?I have a tables and chairs licence - do I need to vary my licence to sell alcohol? |
Breach of Mandatory ConditionsWhat happens if you breach the mandatory conditions of your licence? |
Breach of Premises Licence ConditionsWhat should you do if you find yourself in a Breach of Premises Licence Conditions situation? |
Breaching Your LicenceBreaching your licence can result in an unlimited fine and/or six months in prison |
ReviewsThe Licensing Authority can review a Premises Licence at any time |
Variation of a LicenceThe plans of the premises form part of the Premises Licence and should be sent out by the Licensing Authority |
Insolvency or DeathWhen a Premises Licence Holder becomes insolvent, the holder of the licence dies or is no longer entitled to work in the United Kingdom, the transfer of the premise licence can sometimes be overlooked |
Top Tips for Taking on a New PremisesHere are our hints and tips for anyone taking on on a new licensed premises |
Application FeesHere's our guide to calculating Application Fees |
Premises LicencesA range of 'Licensable Activities' will require a Premises Licence |
Mandatory ConditionsFurther changes were made to the mandatory conditions on Premises Licences and Club Premises Certificates on 10th October 2014 |
Club Premises CertificatesThe Club Premises Certificate is the mainstay of a club's operation |
Appeals and Judicial ReviewsYou can appeal against the decision of a licensing committee |
Cumulative ImpactLicensing Authorities can adopt tougher restrictions in areas where unacceptable levels of crime, disorder or public nuisance have been identified |
Hot topic: Early Morning Restriction Orders (EMROs)An EMRO allows the Licensing Authority to restrict the early morning sale of alcohol if they consider this appropriate for the promotion of the licensing objectives |
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