North West
North West Region
The North West Region of the Institute of Licensing covers Cumbria, Lancashire, Merseyside, Manchester and Cheshire.
The region has a committee of regional officers. The regional committee consists of a chair, director, vice chair/director, training officers, treasurer and communications officer. The region hosts up to four regional training days covering a broad range of licensing topics delivered by speakers from all sectors including local authorities, private practice, government departments and other speakers. Training session are generally held virtually but also held in person from time to time.
If you are a licensing practitioner or professional living or working in the North West, you can join the Institute to become a regional member.
Counties in the Region
- Cumbria
- Lancashire
- Merseyside
- Manchester
- Cheshire
North West Committee
Andrew Smith
Treasurer
Stephen Connolly
Regional Officer
Neil Eccles
Regional Officer
Katherine Parry
Vice Chair
Tracy McGlone
Regional Director
Kay Lovelady
Regional Chair
Regional & National News
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Minister responds to concerns of licensing reforms on local media
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MP calls for funeral services licensing regulation and inspection power in Parliamentary debate
MP Simon Hoare urges statutory licensing and inspection of funeral services to ensure regulation, accountability, and public trust in the...
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Peers back streamlined licensing extensions for national events but urge broader support for hospitality sector
The House of Lords gave a warm second reading to the Licensing Hours Extensions Bill.
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The Institute of Licensing leads initiative to support councils, welfare groups, and the public ahead of April 2026 changes.
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