Gambling Impact Assessments
Gerald Gouriet KC considers the ramifications of a major change introduced by the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Act to the approach to determining applications for gambling premises licences.
June 12, 2026
Gambling Impact Assessments
News
Dog breeder wins appeal over variation to licence
Aug 14, 2025
Dog breeder wins appeal over variation to licence
Aug 14, 2025
Features
Avoiding duplication between planning and licensing
April 27, 2026
Philip Kolvin KC outlines the ramifications of a planning judgment on cases where both planning and licensing consents are needed for a new development or a variation.
False statements in licensing proceedings
April 21, 2026
A recent case where a defendant pleaded guilty to making a false statement in a licensing proceeding contains a crucially important lesson for licensing authorities, writes Philip Kolvin KC.
The lawfulness of emailing licensing decision notices
March 26, 2026
The High Court has dismissed a claim that a revocation decision was not validly served because it went to spam. Gary Grant and Armin Solimani set out points of good practice following the ruling.
The new National Licensing Policy Framework
December 09, 2025
The National Licensing Policy Framework is intended to ensure a licensing system that protects and safeguards communities, but also supports investment in existing and new venues, extended consumer choice, regeneration and better regulation. Chris Rees-Gay sets out the key points.
Caravan site licensing and planning control
Dec 09, 2025
A “43 moment” for the local government workforce
Nov 27, 2025
Challenges for a local authority prosecutor
Oct 17, 2025
It was Darkest Before The Dawn
Aug 08, 2025
Private hire vehicles and contracting
Jul 29, 2025
Errors of law, materiality and remedies
Jul 17, 2025
Taxi drivers “operating” within an area
Feb 18, 2025
Saving shadow licences
Jan 10, 2025
Martyn’s Law - The New Bill
Oct 10, 2024
Martyn’s Law - The New Bill
Oct 10, 2024
Webinars
Local Authority Insight Series: Taxi Licensing
A fascinating discussion between Taxi Licensing experts Stephen Turner and James T H Button who outline and analyse the latest issues concerning taxi licensing for local authorities.
Mediation strategy coaching: achieving better outcomes for clients in mediations - Devonshires
30-06-2026
30-06-2026
Land Deals v Public Works Contracts v Grant Funding Agreements - the choice is yours - DWF
01-07-2026 11:00 am
01-07-2026 11:00 am





