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IoL launches national awareness campaign to protect primate welfare under upcoming law
The Institute of Licensing leads initiative to support councils, welfare groups, and the public ahead of April 2026 changes.
Read MoreLicensing review outcome: Usha Indian Restaurant licence revoked
Burnley Borough Council has revoked the premises licence for Usha Indian Restaurant.
Read MoreOver 1,200 health leaders call for swift passage of UK tobacco and vapes bill
Over 1200 public health professionals have urged political parties to ensure the swift passage of the Tobacco and Vapes Bill.
Read MoreGovernment consults on identifying and removing outdated or excessive regulation
The UK Government has launched a public consultation aimed at identifying and removing outdated, excessive, or poorly implemented regulations that...
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Mae Cabinet Cyngor Sir Caerfyrddin wedi cymeradwyo argymhellion i'w hystyried ynghylch swyddogaeth trwyddedu bridio cŵn yn y sir yn dilyn...
Read More£10m fine for online operator Platinum Gaming Limited
A gambling business will pay a £10 million penalty after a Gambling Commission investigation revealed Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and social...
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IoL launches national awareness campaign to protect primate welfare under upcoming law
The Institute of Licensing leads initiative to support councils, welfare groups, and the public ahead of April 2026 changes.
Read MoreLicensing review outcome: Usha Indian Restaurant licence revoked
Burnley Borough Council has revoked the premises licence for Usha Indian Restaurant.
Read MoreOver 1,200 health leaders call for swift passage of UK tobacco and vapes bill
Over 1200 public health professionals have urged political parties to ensure the swift passage of the Tobacco and Vapes Bill.
Read MoreGovernment consults on identifying and removing outdated or excessive regulation
The UK Government has launched a public consultation aimed at identifying and removing outdated, excessive, or poorly implemented regulations that hinder business growth.
Read MoreCabinet y Cyngor yn ystyried argymhellion ynghylch trwyddedu bridio cŵn
Mae Cabinet Cyngor Sir Caerfyrddin wedi cymeradwyo argymhellion i'w hystyried ynghylch swyddogaeth trwyddedu bridio cŵn yn y sir yn dilyn adolygiad gan y Grŵp Gorchwyl a Gorffen.
Read More£10m fine for online operator Platinum Gaming Limited
A gambling business will pay a £10 million penalty after a Gambling Commission investigation revealed Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and social responsibility failings.
Read MoreGovernment reaffirms legislation to tackle inconsistent taxi licensing standards with consultation coming
The UK Government will shortly consult on shifting taxi and PHV licensing to local transport authorities to ensure consistent national standards.
Read MoreColchester Pubwatch wins top accolade at prestigious House of Lords event
Colchester was named as the National Pubwatch of the Year at an event on 21st October at the House of Lords.
Read MoreIoL saddened to announce the passing of David Daycock
It is with great sadness and a feeling of disbelief that we announce that David Daycock passed away.
Read MoreMan ‘scared’ to book taxis after guide dog incident
A partially sighted man who uses a guide dog says he feels scared to book taxis after an "upsetting" experience with a driver.
Read MoreVillage pubs to be helped with new funding to broaden their services
Rural pubs across the UK will benefit from new government funding to help them provide extra services for local communities.
Read MoreBetfred warns of mass closures amid proposed gambling tax hike, raising concerns over licensed betting shop viability
Betfred has warned it may shut all 1,300 licensed betting shops if Chancellor Rachel Reeves raises gambling taxes.
Read MoreGambling participation in Great Britain sees notable shifts in 2025, according to new survey data
The Gambling Commission has released its Wave 1 2025 official statistics from the Gambling Survey for Great Britain.
Read MoreDad and son get suspended sentence for illegal scrapyard
The Environment Agency has successfully prosecuted a father and son for running an illegal scrap metal site.
Read MoreWaymo to launch fully driverless ride-hailing service in London by 2026
Waymo, Alphabet’s autonomous vehicle subsidiary, has announced plans to launch a fully driverless ride-hailing service in London by 2026.
Read MoreHigh street gambling venues going unchecked, BBC finds
More than a third of councils in England and Wales have not inspected a single licensed gambling establishment in the past year.
Read MoreGovernment launches consultation on Category D gaming machines and licensing for bingo premises
The UK government has launched a public consultation to review the regulation of Category D gaming machines and licensing requirements for bingo premises.
Read MoreNew guidance strengthens information‑sharing between police and taxi and PHV licensing authorities
The guidance requires police and taxi/PHV licensing authorities to share timely and was co‑authored with the Institute of Licensing.
Read MoreTransport Committee opens taxi and private hire licensing review with first oral evidence session
The Transport Committee has launched its inquiry into taxi and PHV licensing, with a first oral evidence session on 15 October 2025 to examine standards and regulatory reform.
Read MoreLondon Assembly calls for cap on private hire licences amid concerns over driver safety and industry decline
The London Assembly urges the UK government to let TfL cap private hire vehicle licences to address driver safety, overwork, and the decline of traditional taxis.
Read MoreGovernment report calls for regulation of skins gambling to protect young players
The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has published a comprehensive report highlighting growing concerns over skins gambling.
Read MoreNew gambling deposit limit rules provide clarity for consumers
From 30 June 2026 all online operators must provide customers with the opportunity to set a ‘deposit limit’.
Read MoreNon-surgical Procedures and Functions of Medical Reviewers Bill Published
A new Bill to regulate some of the most commonly performed non-surgical procedures has been published by the Scottish Parliament.
Read MoreGovernment launches major review of the Licensing Act 2003
The UK Government has launched a major review of the Licensing Act 2003, aiming to modernise and streamline the licensing system.
Read MoreLondon pub owners scared a loud regular might lose them their licence
West London and Cotswolds pub landlords warn councils treat popular community pubs as nuisances, using licensing enforcement that risks harming local venues and livelihoods.
Read MoreGovernment seeks evidence to shape new tobacco and vapes regulations
The UK Government has launched a call for evidence to inform secondary legislation supporting the Tobacco and Vapes Bill.
Read MoreSIA updates licensing criteria to strengthen public protection
The Security Industry Authority (SIA) will implement revised licensing criteria on 1 December 2025.
Read MoreWales Introduces Bill to Ban Greyhound Racing: Deputy First Minister Cites Animal Welfare Risks
The proposed legislation would make Wales the first UK nation to ban greyhound racing outright.
Read MoreMayor launches night-time economy commission to support West Midlands hospitality and culture
Mayor Richard Parker has announced the formation of the West Midlands Night-Time Economy Commission.
Read More2024 Gambling Survey for Great Britain published
The Gambling Commission released its 2nd annual GSGB report, the world’s largest study on UK gambling habits, behaviours, and related consequences.
Read MoreTfL Taxi and Private Hire Action Plan a “missed opportunity”
A London Assembly Transport Committee investigation into the plan has found more action is needed to support drivers and the industry.
Read MoreACT for Local Authorities
The National Counter Terrorism Security Office (NaCTSO) have now officially launched ACT for Local Authorities.
Read MoreOut of area private hire driver prosecuted for illegal operations
Cheltenham Borough Council has successfully prosecuted a private hire driver for illegally plying for hire and driving without the required insurance and licence to do so.
Read MoreNew Digital ID scheme to be rolled out across UK
The UK Government has announced the nationwide rollout of a new digital ID scheme designed to streamline identity verification and strengthen immigration enforcement.
Read MoreLuton taxi driver who locked woman inside his cab loses court appeal
A taxi driver in Luton has lost an appeal after his licence was revoked.
Read MoreHome Office issues Martyn’s Law myth buster guidance
The Home Office has released new guidance materials to support public understanding of the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025.
Read MoreInstitute calls for clear local consent and robust safeguards in Automated Passenger Services permitting scheme
The Institute of Licensing (IoL) has submitted its formal response to the Department for Transport’s consultation on the Automated Passenger Services (APS) permitting scheme.
Read MoreSeven shops across Kent have their licences revoked for selling alcohol to minors
Kent Police said drinks including beer and vodka were sold to minors and some of them ended up ill in hospital.
Read MoreLicensed trade bodies join the growing calls for taxi and private hire licensing reform
A coalition of taxi and private hire trade bodies across England has intensified calls for urgent reform of the licensing framework.
Read MoreAlcohol-specific deaths in Scotland fall to five-year low amid calls for continued action
New figures from National Records of Scotland show that the number of alcohol-specific deaths in Scotland fell by 7 % in 2024, marking the lowest annual total since 2019.
Read MoreGambling Commission to close Advisory Board for Safer Gambling
The Gambling Commission has today announced that the Advisory Board for Safer Gambling (ABSG) will close following the completion of its original remit.
Read MoreIslington door supervisor guilty of fraud over cloned SIA licence
Adedoyin Ajanaku was convicted of fraud after SIA investigators found him working as a door supervisor with a cloned licence.
Read MoreBristol considers 1% gig ticket levy to support grassroots music venues
Bristol City Council is exploring a proposal to introduce a 1% levy on gig tickets, aiming to generate up to £1 million annually to support the city’s grassroots music scene.
Read MoreGovernment sets out plans for Gambling saturation policies
The UK Government’s Pride in Place Strategy aims to empower communities through devolved funding and new licensing powers, including saturation controls on gambling premises.
Read MoreUK government plans 20% VAT on taxi fares
The UK Government is reportedly set to announce a standard 20% VAT on all taxi and private hire vehicle fares in the upcoming Autumn Budget.
Read MoreCommunities to seize control over derelict pubs and block gambling and vape shops
Communities will be handed unprecedented new powers to seize boarded shops, save derelict pubs and block gambling and vape shops on their high street.
Read MoreGovernment highlights importance of efficient taxi and PHV licensing across England
DfT responds to parliamentary questions regarding the variation in licensing processing times across local authorities in England.
Read MoreInstitute of Licensing calls for urgent reform of taxi and private hire licensing
The Institute of Licensing (IoL) has submitted evidence to the Transport Committee’s inquiry into taxi and private hire licensing.
Read MoreHundreds of modern slavery victims found working in UK bars, hotels, and licensed venues, charity warns
A leading anti-slavery charity has raised alarm over the growing number of modern slavery victims working in licensed hospitality venues.
Read MoreTorquay security officer and boss convicted for working unlicensed
Scott Hannaford-Hill pleaded guilty to an offence under section 3 of the Private Security Industry Act 2001 for acting as an unlicensed security operative.
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