False statements in licensing proceedings
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.
April 21, 2026
False statements in licensing proceedings
News
Thames Water fined for unsafe street works
April 23, 2026
Institute of Licensing publishes guidance on Martyn’s Law
February 17, 2026
Dog breeder wins appeal over variation to licence
Aug 14, 2025
Dog breeder wins appeal over variation to licence
Aug 14, 2025
Features
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
December 09, 2025
The Court of Appeal has confirmed that caravan site licensing must operate “in harmony” with planning control. Anna Stein analyses the ruling.
Licence revocation appeals and a change in circumstances
December 04, 2025
A coffee lounge in east London has overturned on appeal the revocation of its licence over illegal workers and illegal smoking. Gary Grant explains how.
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
Local authority prosecutions and abuse of process
Aug 09, 2024
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