West Midlands

West Midlands Region

The region covers Staffordshire, Shropshire, Worcestershire, Warwickshire, Derbyshire. The region has a committee of 7 regional officers, they are: chair/director, vice chair, secretary, training officer, communications officer, treasurer and regional officer. The region hosts 3 training days a year and these are usually in person in Birmingham. These cover a wide range of topics and are delivered by speakers from across all sectors including, Police, trade and licensing specialists.

Counties in the Region

Shropshire
Staffordshire
Herefordshire
Worcestershire
Warwickshire

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West Midlands Committee

Rachel Wallwork

Regional Chair

Matthew Burton

Vice Chair

David Etheridge

Communications Officer

Emma Rohomon

Secretary

Annie Bettison

Treasurer

Melanie Steadman

Regional Officer

Regional & National News

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

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Minister responds to concerns of licensing reforms on local media

In response to a question from Louie French MP, DCMS confirmed it has consulted local press on the potential impact...

Institute’s taxi and private hire “Suitability Guidance” showcased at global regulators’ conference

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

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...

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.

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.