Leading licensing QC appointed associate fellow at University of Westminster

Founded in 1996, the Centre draws together work from Westminster Law School and beyond, acting as a fulcrum for research, teaching and events. It covers areas such as music, sport, film and the media, and activities of the centre include organising seminar series and the Soho Poly Project.

Kolvin specialises in the licensing of alcohol, entertainment, gambling, taxis and sex establishments. He has been head of Cornerstone Barristers from 2014 to 2020. He is also a past Chair of Purple Flag and Best Bar None.

Professor Guy Osborn, Co-Director of the Centre for Law, Society and Popular Culture, said: “The Centre for Law, Society and Popular Culture at Westminster Law School is delighted to welcome Philip Kolvin QC as an Associate Fellow. Philip’s expertise and breadth of knowledge as a pre-eminent lawyer working in the area offers a variety of dynamic opportunities.

“Philip’s links to the Law School stretch back to his contribution to our Certificate of Higher Education in Licensing Law and Practice, which we previously ran in conjunction with Westminster Council. We are excited about developing this relationship in new and exciting ways going forwards.”