South West
South West Region
The South West Region of the Institute of Licensing covers Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, Devon, Somerset, Avon, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire.
The region has a committee of seven 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, with one training session held in person.
If you are a licensing practitioner or professional living or working in the South West, you can join the Institute to become a regional member.
Counties in the Region
- Cornwall
- Isles of Scilly
- Devon
- Dorset
- Somerset
- Avon
- Gloucestershire
- Wiltshire
South West Committee
Michelle Bignell
Vicky Limb
Sandra Graham
John Newcombe
Jason Kirkwood
Louis Krog
Events
Regional & National News
The Institute is sad to announce the passing of Stephen Turner
The Institute of Licensing is sad to announce the passing of Stephen Turner who passed away suddenly and unexpectedly Thursday...
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Home Office confirms extension of licensing hours for Women’s Euros final – if England or Wales reach the semis and/or the finals
The Home Office have today confirmed that licensed premises will be allowed to stay open until 1am if England or...
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Gambling Business Group responds to local authorities demands greater gambling licensing powers
The Gambling Business Group has issued a response to a previous letter by nearly 40 local authorities demanding greater gambling...
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Changes to the regulatory framework for land-based casinos: draft secondary legislation
Draft statutory instruments that form part of the package of measures that will change the regulatory framework for land-based casinos.
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Government to consult on devolution of taxi and private hire vehicle licensing
The Department for Transport will consult shortly on whether to make all Local Transport Authorities responsible for taxi and private...
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The Gambling Act 2005 (Gaming Tables in Casinos) (Definitions) (Amendment) Regulations 2025
This instrument amends the definition of a “gaming table” for the purposes of section 172(3) to (5) of the Gambling...
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SIA cracks down on training malpractice
SIA Director of Inspections and Enforcement said the SIA "continues to push the boundaries of its remit" to the limit...
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Uber “wins” multimillion-pound VAT reprieve
HMRC has stopped demanding ride sharing company pay VAT on the full cost of rides after a "legal setback in...
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