Premises Licence
Mandatory licence condition - banning the sale of alcohol below the cost of duty plus VAT: wine and cider duty changes
In 2014, the Government introduced a mandatory condition banning the sale of alcohol below the cost of duty plus VAT. With effect from 21 March 2016, the duty on wine and made-wine at or below 22% ABV and high strength sparkling cider above 5.5% ...
Consultation – relaxation of licensing hours for Queen’s 90th birthday celebrations
In previous years the Government has provided a nationwide relaxation of licensing hours for events of national significance such as the Royal Wedding and Diamond Jubilee. In Prime Minister’s Question Time today, David Cameron indicated tha...
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Gloucester City Council - Late Night Levy?
It is understood that Gloucester City Council and Gloucestershire Constabulary are in initial discussions regarding the introduction of a Late Night Levy for premises in the Gloucester licensing district which operate beyond 12 midnight.&nbs...
Policing and Crime Bill - have your say!
Last month we reported on the introduction of the Policing and Crime Bill. The Bill has now passed its second reading without a division and unsurprisingly without comment being passed on the licensing elements. This means the next stage is for MP...
Alcohol Wholesalers Registration Scheme - just three weeks to go!
We have repeatedly reminded that from 1 January 2016, businesses with a UK establishment who ‘wholesale’ alcohol to other businesses at or after the duty point must apply to HMRC for AWRS approval and do s...
British Summer Time and Easter - be aware and be prepared!
Easter falls relatively early this year - the weekend of 26/27 March. However BST (or more properly Daylight Saving Time) also starts at 1.00am Sunday 27 March 2016 (NB this is the night of Easter Saturday/Sunday), when 1.00am immediately be...
Tower Hamlets Late Night Levy
On the 15th February Town Hamlets launched a consultation regarding the introduction of a late night levy on premises operating in their area after midnight. A link to the consultation document, which runs until 17th April, can be fou...
Scotland -Glasgow Licensing Board Festive Policy 2016 -2017
Glasgow Board's festive policy for 2016-2017 has just been announced. This policy details the possible extensions to licensed hours in relation to the festive period and other recognised public holidays and events of national significance. 'Licen...