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27 Mar 2024

Licensing of Pedicabs moves a step closer

The Pedicabs (London) Bill passes the commons in a step closer to becoming law. The proposed regulations would enable Transport for London (TfL) to licence the use of Pedicabs, enforce safety standards, fare caps and speed restrictions. Previous...

26 Mar 2024

Vape Boss: Disposable Vape Ban Will Not Work

We have previously reported on the Government’s plans regarding vapes and tobacco. Tadeu Marroco, the Chief Executive of British American Tobacco (BAT) has criticised those plans saying that banning disposable vapes will not be “effec...

26 Mar 2024

RICS begins consultation on valuation of licensed venues

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) have launched a consultation on the valuation of licensed venues, which includes pubs, bars, restaurants, and nightclubs. The consultation was initially delayed by Covid and is in preparation fo...

26 Mar 2024

Kate Nicholls Elected as National Chair of the Institute of Licensing

Kate Nicholls OBE has been elected as the National Chair of the Institute of Licensing (IoL). Kate replaces outgoing Chair, Daniel Davies, who steps down after nine years in the role. In addition to Kate’s appointment, the IoL have also an...

25 Mar 2024

Licence Conditions and Codes of Practice | Updated 1st April '24

The Licence Conditions and Codes of Practice (LCCP) set out the requirements all licensees must meet in order to hold a Gambling Commission licence. On the 1st of April a number several changes to the LCCP will take effect following a consultatio...

25 Mar 2024

BII launches new membership platform - Workforce

The BII (British Institute of Innkeeping) has today launched its brand new, free-to-use membership platform, Workforce, promoting the incredible career opportunities available in pubs and providing practical support and inspiration for everyone wo...