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SIA Licence Fees reduced - and prosecutions

- 17 January 2012

The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has announced reductions in its fees with effect from 1st January, 2012. Individual licences for all sectors will be reduced from £245 to £220.  This reduction applies to both new applicants and those renewing existing licences after this...

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'Dealing with the 'problems' of late night drinking' - new Home Office consultation announced

- 17 January 2012

The Home Office has today launched a consultation in respect of two measures contained in the Police Reform and Social Responsibility Act 2011 that will need to be implemented through regulations: early morning restriction orders ('EMROs') and the late night levy. According to the Home Office website,...

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Complimentary Meals Scam

- 13 January 2012

The Caterer (13th January 2012) is reporting on an apparent complimentary meal scam to which operators should perhaps be alert.  The apparent scam involves a complaint over a meal taken and suggests or requests a complimentary meal to "restore faith in your brand".  In fact, no such meal...

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B.O.G.O.F.

- 12 January 2012

  In April 2012 some of the 'new' Mandatory Conditions will be 2 years old (particularly those relating to irresponsible drinks promotions).  As with any precocious 2 year old, the proud parents are waiting for things to get interesting as the conditions 'find their feet'. The Industry as...

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