Turn the Music Down - the Noise Act is Coming!
The Clean Neighbourhood & Environment Act 2005, or the Noise Act as it has become known, comes into force on 6th October 2006.
New Fire Reguations Are Now in Force - Do You Comply?
The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order came into effect on 1 October 2006 in England and Wales. The new fire safety regulations will apply to most commercial premises, including all licensed premises.
Delays to Gambling Act 2005
The Government have recently put back the timetable for advanced transitional applications under the Gambling Act 2005. The start date for any advanced applications was originally listed as 31st January 2007. The Department of Media, Culture and Sport have announced that this date has been revised to 30th April 2007.
The Health Act - No Smoking is Fast Approaching
The Government has now passed the Health Act and issued the consultation document in relation to the proposed Smoking Ban in England and Wales.
Licensing Changes in Scotland
As we recently anticipated, the Scottish Executive has now issued their consultation documents on proposed guidance and draft regulations which will allow Licensing Boards to exercise their functions under the Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005.
Test Purchasing, Cigarettes and Vending Machines
We continue to issue reminders to our clients about the need to be vigilant on the issue of under age sales in respect of alcohol. There is a likelihood that test purchasing will increase in the run up to Christmas, and we are dealing with reviews of licenses arising out of failed test purchases.
Licensing Changes In
Northern Ireland
Who are Respondents to Appeals Under the Licensing Act 2003
One matter which is still causing vexation to practitioners and wide divergence in practice across the country is the question of who is entitled to be a respondent when an applicant appeals to a magistrates court against the decision of a licensing authority.
LICENSING ACT 2003 – 6 MONTHS ON
The Licensing Act 2003 introduced wholesale changes to the liquor and entertainment licensing regime operating throughout England and Wales. It came into force on 24 th November 2005, some six months ago.
