Here's how the government's licensing applications 'reforms' will affect you

Impact of Licensing Applications Reforms

The UK government is considering removing the requirement for local authorities to advertise licensing applications in newspapers, potentially limiting residents' awareness of new developments.

Consider a hypothetical situation: a community hall near your home is converted into a pub or social club, with plans to serve alcohol until midnight, play recorded music, and host live bands.

LET us start with a hypothetical situation, albeit one that some of you reading this may well have some lived experience in.

Author's summary: UK government reforms may limit awareness of local developments.

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The Cornish Times The Cornish Times — 2025-10-30

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