The Partnership Charter for the Night Time Economy launches on 26th November — members are invited to sign at the Conference or online.

The Welsh Government has published changes to its dash cam policy for licensed taxi and private hire vehicles.

Gyrrwr tacsi wedi'i garcharu am ymosod ar ddwy fenyw ar eu pen eu hunain yng Nghaerdydd. | Taxi driver jailed for sexually assaulted two lone females in Cardiff.

Nine out of ten MPs favourable towards the hospitality sector, new research reveals, ahead of “once in a generation Budget” to save the pub.

A licensing review is underway in Mudeford, where beach hut owners are challenging The Beach House’s operating conditions.

The UK Government has confirmed it has no plans to amend its advice or regulations regarding the neutering of cats, dogs, or other pets.

At the Sentencing Bill’s Second Reading in the Lords, ministers were pressed on plans to let courts impose pub bans as part of sentencing reforms.

The UK government has rejected calls from the London Assembly to grant Transport for London (TfL) powers to cap the number of private hire vehicles (PHVs).

The SIA has launched a major strategic review of the qualifications and linked training required to apply for an SIA licence.

A group of 59 taxi and PHV firms is calling on the Chancellor to drop the planned 20% VAT.

The Department for Education and the Home Office are delivering a series of virtual webinars for schools to learn about Martyn’s Law.

The Institute of Licensing has been invited to give oral evidence to the House of Commons Transport Select Committee as part of its ongoing inquiry into the licensing of taxis and private hire vehicles (PHVs).

Major hospitality businesses, including Butlin's, Greene King, IHG Hotels & Resorts, KFC and Merlin Entertainments, are among the signatories to UKHospitality’s open letter to the Chancellor.

The Gambling Commission has published the fourth and final report in its series exploring the complex and evolving issue of illegal online gambling.

An online gambling business is to pay £650,000 and undergo an independent audit after a Commission investigation revealed anti-money laundering and social responsibility failures.

The Scottish Government faced renewed scrutiny over its approach to regulating pet services.

The Institute of Licensing has published its formal response to the Government’s Call for Evidence on Reforming the Licensing Framework.

Cheltenham Borough Council has successfully prosecuted an operator for carrying out private hire bookings without the necessary private hire operator’s licence.

Westminster City Council is launching a Christmas crackdown on pedicabs in London’s West End.

Dogs Trust has renewed its call for tighter controls on fireworks events, urging the UK government to introduce a mandatory licensing regime.

Nearly a quarter of Labour MPs have signed a petition urging the chancellor to hike taxes on gambling companies.

The UK Government has confirmed it will introduce legislation to address concerns raised in the National Audit on Group-Based Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse.

The Development of Tourism and Regulation of Visitor Accommodation (Wales) Bill have been laid before the Senedd.

The Gambling Commission has suspended multiple AGC operators for breaching mandatory self-exclusion rules.

Spribe OÜ and VGC Leeds Limited have both had their licences suspended with immediate effect.

The Animal Welfare (Import of Dogs, Cats and Ferrets) Bill has passed through committee stage in the House of Lords.

DBT is inviting council officers to November’s Local Authority Regulatory Deep Dive meetings, covering topics such as licensing regulation.

The Government has rejected a proposed Planning and Infrastructure Bill amendment to put gambling cumulative impact assessments on a statutory footing.

In response to a question from Louie French MP, DCMS confirmed it has consulted local press on the potential impact of Recommendation 4 from the Licensing policy sprint.

The IoL showcased its updated Taxi and Private Hire Suitability Guidance at the IATR’s 38th Annual Conference in Nashville, drawing global interest from transport regulators.

MP Simon Hoare urges statutory licensing and inspection of funeral services to ensure regulation, accountability, and public trust in the sector.

The House of Lords gave a warm second reading to the Licensing Hours Extensions Bill.

A private hire driver has been banned from driving for four months and ordered to pay more than £2,000 in costs, after he was caught illegally plying for hire in Reading town centre.

The Institute of Licensing leads initiative to support councils, welfare groups, and the public ahead of April 2026 changes.

Burnley Borough Council has revoked the premises licence for Usha Indian Restaurant.

Over 1200 public health professionals have urged political parties to ensure the swift passage of the Tobacco and Vapes Bill.

The UK Government has launched a public consultation aimed at identifying and removing outdated, excessive, or poorly implemented regulations that hinder business growth.

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.

A gambling business will pay a £10 million penalty after a Gambling Commission investigation revealed Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and social responsibility failings.

The UK Government will shortly consult on shifting taxi and PHV licensing to local transport authorities to ensure consistent national standards.

Colchester was named as the National Pubwatch of the Year at an event on 21st October at the House of Lords.

It is with great sadness and a feeling of disbelief that we announce that David Daycock passed away.

A partially sighted man who uses a guide dog says he feels scared to book taxis after an "upsetting" experience with a driver.

Rural pubs across the UK will benefit from new government funding to help them provide extra services for local communities.

Betfred has warned it may shut all 1,300 licensed betting shops if Chancellor Rachel Reeves raises gambling taxes.

The Gambling Commission has released its Wave 1 2025 official statistics from the Gambling Survey for Great Britain.

The Environment Agency has successfully prosecuted a father and son for running an illegal scrap metal site.

Waymo, Alphabet’s autonomous vehicle subsidiary, has announced plans to launch a fully driverless ride-hailing service in London by 2026.

More than a third of councils in England and Wales have not inspected a single licensed gambling establishment in the past year.

The UK government has launched a public consultation to review the regulation of Category D gaming machines and licensing requirements for bingo premises.