The government has failed to keep its promise on the implementation of the new Licensing Act.The trade is still waiting for the guidance and fees to...
QDo the changes to the laws on measures make it legal for a cocktail barman to mix spirits freehand in an ordinary licensed bar? I do not think such...
QDoes drinking-up time apply on the end of an extension in the same way as normal time, or can the police order you to close and everyone to leave at...
I well remember that one of the first things I did when the White Paper on licensing reform was published was to question the amazing set of figures...
I have been asked several times about the new "level playing field" for licences that the 2003 Licensing Act will create. There's one area where the...
A Berkshire host traded without a licence for more than a year, a court has heard. Mark Stott, of the Old Anchor, Abingdon, admitted before Wan-tage...
Licensing Boards have become the latest in Scotland to introduce guidelines about trading and irresponsible promotions, with Dundee also introducing...
The Conservatives have pledged to protect small businesses from red tape amid new fears of the rising costs. Shadow trade and industry secretary Tim...
by Niall McGann of thePublican.com's legal team of experts from London solicitors Joelson Wilson.As well as gathering together original licences and...
Licensees are expecting a bumper month ahead following the kick-off of the Rugby World Cup.Pubs up and down the UK have applied for extended opening...
By Keith Miller, one of our legal experts from London solicitors Joelson Wilson.I note with interest that bankers in the City are already attempting...
The are still many issues regarding the new Licensing Act that need amendment.by David Clifton of thePublican.com's legal team of experts from London...
QIf a father walks into the pub bar and asks for two lagers, then takes them into the garden and gives one to his16-year-old son, is he breaking the...
Recommendations for the most radical overhaul of Scotland's licensing system in over 25 years have caused concern in the industry.The report proposes...
A leading licensing lawyer has warned licensees to "love thy neighbour" or face the consequences.Alan Kefford, managing partner of Norwich solicitors...
QWe have a local nightclub that is applying for a section 20 consent to alterations to knock down part of the bar and make a slightly larger area for...
by John Harrington Communication problems between the council and licensees in Portsmouth have left pubs in the dark about what the future holds when...
Busy location on coastal main road
Extensively renovated detached public house
Five trade areas (100)
Sizeable refurbished 4-5 bedroom accommodation
Newly created beer garden (125)
Established and popular business...