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Licensing reforms included in the UK Government’s new VAWG strategy
The UK Government’s new Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) strategy details licensing reforms directed at addressing exploitation in transport and the night-time economy. The plan details two licensing proposals designed to address are...
Propel legal Briefing: A Christmas carol of licensing past, present and future by Jon Wallsgrove
First appearing for Propel Hospitality in their Legal Briefing on 10th December 2025 A Christmas carol of licensing past, present and future by Jon Wallsgrove For many people working through the Christmas season, productivity tends to drift...
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Scottish Government look at Licensing Hours for Men’s World Cup 2026
Further to our news item last week in relation to the Government proposal to extend hours for the on sale of alcohol, should one of the Home Nation teams reach the latter stages of the Men’s World Cup 2026.This would only apply to England an...
Consultation - proposed licensing hours relaxation for FIFA men’s World Cup in 2026
As per previous international football events (most recently the UEFA Men’s Euro Championship 2024 and UEFA Women’s Euro Championship 2025) and other special occasions (e.g. Royal Weddings and His Majesty’s Coronation etc) the Go...
Category D gaming machine consultation
The DCMS has opened their consultation on stakes and prizes for Category D gaming machines. In response to concerns from the British gambling industry that some sectors continue to struggle, including Family Entertainment Centres (FECs) which the...
Updated S182 Guidance Issued
It has been a busy time on the policy front with the issue of the initial new National Licensing Policy Framework for the hospitality and leisure sectors followed this week by an update to the S182 Guidance on the 26th of November 2025. Is this t...
National Taxi Standards
On 25th November 2025, the House of Commons had now approved a new clause (Clause 49) to the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill. The new Clause defines a ‘National Minimum Standard’ and ‘regulated licence’. ...
Leigh Schelvis runner up for The Charles Holland Award
John Gaunt & Partners are proud to announce Senior Solicitor, Leigh Schelvis as runner up in the inaugural Charles Holland Award which was awarded at the Institute of Licensing Gala Dinner held on the 27 November 2025. From the 10 finalists, ...