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Update on Martyn’s Law
It was in April 2024 when I last provided a detailed update on Martyn’s Law and a lot has happened since then.
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Top Tips: Prevention of underage sales of alcohol for the festive period
Poppleston Allen solicitor Elizabeth Varley shares top tips for operators for preventing underage sales of alcohol this festive season.
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Insolvency & licence implications
Insolvency of a licence holder has an immediate and critical effect on the premises licence, Poppleston Allen associate solicitor Suraj Desor writes.
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Can local authorities help with pub closures?
In this Q&A, Poppleston Allen partner James Anderson evaluates if local authorities can help “redress the balance” of pub closures.
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Festive licensing advice
With the Christmas festivities nearly upon us (or so the shops would have you believe) it is time to reflect on what you need to consider in terms of your trading hours over the festive period.
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Is it time to evaluate licensing review proceedings?
I get a lot of enquiries from people in the industry facing a review of their premises licence. For any operator, big or small, a review is bad news. The consequences can be severe, the outcome is unpredictable and the anxiety all too real.
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Guy Fawkes night: A brief guide for pubs & hospitality venues
With Guy Fawkes night fast approaching, many pubs and hospitality venues are preparing for fireworks and bonfire nights.
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Licensing or planning - which one first?
Licensing and planning, the old chicken and egg scenario, but do we need a new beast entirely?
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Dealing with noise complaints
Noise can arise from your premises in a variety of ways, this could be from the provision of entertainment such as live or recorded music, people waiting outside for taxis or refuse collection.
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Allergen advice from Poppleston Allen
A recently publicised incident in a Nottingham café has served as a useful reminder to operators of the need to be on top of their communications with customers in terms of allergens.
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Sip Smart: Unlocking success with low and no alcohol drinks
Over recent years, low-alcohol drinks have surged in popularity, with health-conscious customers and those seeking more moderate alcohol consumption benefitting from an increase of flavourful lower-alcoholic drinks.
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Maintaining cleanliness standards on your premises
Lately, we have been seeing more and more venues being fined under Food Safety Regulations due to cleanliness issues and mice infestations which it just goes to show how important it is to act quickly when a problem pops up.
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Legal Q&A: potential smoking ban in beer gardens
With the new Labour Government considering the introduction of a smoking ban in such places as beer gardens, outdoor shelters, parks etc, it would seem a sensible time to deal with commonly asked questions about the current position with customers smoking.
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Top tips on planning ahead and using TENs
With Halloween, Bonfire Night, the festive period and New Year’s Eve all coming up within the next few months, now is an apt time to plan ahead for those special events and any Temporary Event Notices (TENs) you may require.
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Challenges around highway use 'frustrating and unnecessary'
There is another challenge faced by the hospitality industry in England not getting as much publicity as others such as staffing, business rates and rising costs; the use of highways for tables, chairs and other structures to entertain customers.
Legal implications if outdoor smoking ban came into force
Following reports of a potential outdoor smoking ban, which would include beer gardens, legal experts have issued their thoughts on the impact on licensing.
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Legal Q&A: on-site betting and gambling machines
With the start of the football season now upon us, licensing solicitors Poppleston Allen has answered operators questions around in-venue commercial betting and gambling machines.
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The rise, fall and rise again of the pub piano
I recently found myself examining my aging features in the mirror and concluded I was ripe for a mid-life crisis.
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When are you legally allowed to ask customers to leave?
You might have seen in the news – or on social media- a recent story about a pub landlord who asked a group of people to leave his premises.
Support hub created for firms impacted by riots
Trade body UKHospitality (UKH) has published a support hub for businesses and staff affected by the recent riots and disorder.
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Tips for avoiding issues while maximising your beer garden
Every year the brief British summer brings out the fair-weather drinkers to quaff cider and Aperol spritz in beer gardens and at bistro tables across the country.
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Legal Q&A: the rules around live music outside
In this week's licensing column, legal experts Poppleston Allen answered a question around live music in external areas.
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Summer raffles: staying compliant with the Gambling Act 2005
Despite what the weather may suggest, we are in the height of British summer time meaning summer fete season is upon us.
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The UEFA European Football Championship Licensing Hours Order now in force
The automatic extension to extend licensed hours is now in play as England progresses to the semi finals.
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Underage drinking: staying vigilant during summer holidays
The summer holidays bring an influx of customers to pubs and restaurants, creating a lively and bustling atmosphere. However, this busy season also comes with its own challenges, specifically the prevention of underage sales.
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Reminder: Gov extension only applies to England semi and final so check licence
Now England have squeezed past Slovakia to set up a quarter-final clash with Switzerland, they have taken another step towards the semi-final and final of Euro 2024, and are keeping the dream of ‘bringing it home’ alive…..albeit just!
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Is a vulnerable person safe in your premises?
Nowadays it is expected – and quite rightly so – that licensed premises should have a policy, and their staff are trained in it, to recognise and deal with vulnerable persons on their premises.
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Legal Q&A: Licensing advice on gaming machines in pubs
Licensing solicitors Poppleston Allen has answered operators' questions around gaming machines in pubs.
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Changes to the law on chairs and tables on public highways
This week’s top tips looks at table and chair licences for public highways including reference to the change in the law and the process for renewals and new grants.
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Keeping onside with your Euro 2024 screenings
Pubs do not need permission on premise licenses to broadcast live sport, but there are other considerations operators should take into account ahead of the UEFA Euro 2024 tournament later this summer.
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A look at licensing changes over 30 years as leading firm celebrates 3 decades
As leading licensing firm Poppleston Allen marks more than a quarter of a century in business, we've also taken a trip down memory lane to look at the changes that have taken place during these 30 years.
‘In no way do pubs want to be accused of short serving’
Pubs don’t want to be accused of short serving their customers, one trade body has said in response to the results of research which claimed more than two thirds of beer and wine servings were short measured.
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Top tips for being a good sport this summer
The recent appearance of that large yellow ball in the sky over battered isles means the return of the Great British Summer and with that a summer chock full of sporting events guaranteed to have customers flocking to your beer gardens and big screen TVs.
Cashless payments on gaming machine ‘significant victory’
The announcement of debit card, payment apps and other cashless payment forms will be permitted on gaming machines by the Department of Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has been welcomed by two trade bodies.
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Navigating the new permanent pavement licence rules
In the ever-changing landscape of British hospitality, adaptability is key.
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Licensing questions answered ahead of Fury vs Usyk fight
In this week's column, licensing solicitors Poppleston Allen share advice for operators looking to show sporting events this summer.
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Paying attention to policy consultations
Solicitor Felix Faulkner answers your questions around licensing policy in this week's column from Poppleston Allen.
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Top Tips: Making the most out of your premises
The hospitality industry is in the midst of navigating a very challenging time. The effects of the pandemic and economic challenges have posed unprecedented difficulty for the trade.
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Q&A with Poppleston Allen: Pavement Licences
In this week's column, Poppleston Allen solicitor Alex Tomlinson answers questions on pavement licences for pubs.
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Martyn’s Law – Where are we now?
I thought I would provide a brief update on Martyn’s Law (also known as the Protect Duty) – proposed legislation to impose a legal requirement on publicly accessible venues to consider the threat from terrorism and to implement proportionate measures.
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Spring has sprung, but keep it down!
It appears that the issue of noise has reared its head in the hospitality sector again. This time with the conclusion of the long running saga surrounding Manchester nightclub Night & Day, which has been fighting a Noise Abatement Notice served by...
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Licensing Q&A with Poppleston Allen
In this week's column, Poppleston Allen associate solicitor Suraj Desor answers questions on applying for new premises licenses and changes to existing licenses.
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Licensing terms for expanding your business
There is a lot of information out there as to what to do with your business and how that will affect your premises licence, for example, extending hours of operation etc.
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Licensing requirements for outdoor events
It’s March already, and most of us will be hoping that the ‘in like a lion, out like lamb’ folklore stands true.
Brixton Academy reopening 'symbolic resurgence' of NTE
The reopening of the 02 Brixton Academy is a “symbolic resurgence” of the night-time economy (NTE), the Night-Time Industries Association (NTIA) has said.
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Legal Q&A: Members’ clubs v pubs – what to consider
In the latest Q&A with Poppleston Allen, Joe Harvey weighs up the pros and cons of ditching a club premises certificate for a premises licence.
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Top licensing tips on low alcohol and alcohol-free drinks
Customers are increasingly choosing low or alcohol-free drinks, with some adopting a moderation strategy of alternating between alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages during nights out. Researchers indicate that this trend is showing no signs of slowing down.
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Navigating off-sales and pavement licences
In the wake of the challenges posed by the pandemic, the hospitality trade saw significant regulatory changes introduced under the Business and Planning Act.
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Legal Q&A: trading later hours & extending venue rules
In the latest Q&A with Poppleston Allen, the legal experts tackle the rules around extending trading hours and making a premises larger.
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Top tips on employing young people at your pub
Finding the right employees for your business can be difficult.