In the latest Legal Q&A from specialist licensing solicitors Poppleston Allen, we take a closer look at licence and permit renewal as well as the potential drawbacks of a company voluntary arrangement.
At the time of writing (1 June), we are still awaiting both relaxation of the lockdown regulations and guidance for the hospitality sector from the Government on reopening and, until then, we are all still flailing around in the darkness.
The latest legal Q&A from specialist licensing solicitors Poppleston Allen covers the rules around late-night refreshments and refurbishment proposals during Covid-19 lockdown.
Since the Government announced we should avoid non-essential contact and, in particular, confined spaces such as pubs and restaurants, our world of hospitality has changed beyond all recognition.
It is real. We knew it was coming, but many, including myself, did not foresee the devastation to our health, our lifestyle and the economy that coronavirus would bring to the UK.
A premises licence is a precious asset – lose it and not only will you lose precious trade in the intervening period but you have no guarantee that an application for a new licence will be granted with the same hours and conditions.
Over the recent weeks and months, we have noticed an increase in both industry and local/national media reports regarding gaming machines in pubs and test purchasing.
The latest legal Q&A from specialist licensing solicitor Poppleston Allen covers Natasha’s Law and what to consider when enhancing your pub’s vegan menu.
This year is likely to start with the arrival of another late-night levy. This time in Redbridge, where the full council will meet in a few weeks’ time to decide on adopting the levy.
