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.