Adapting your business in the face of Covid-19

Adapting your business in the face of Covid-19

With the Government asking pubs, clubs, restaurants and cafes to close last Friday, owners of bars, restaurants, pubs and clubs are looking at other ways to keep cashflow moving. A number of routinely on-sales premises are moving to offering off-sales and delivery of...
Protecting premises licences in uncertain times

Protecting premises licences in uncertain times

We have seen Covid 19 thrusting uncertainty onto businesses in recent weeks. While this unsettled period is hopefully short-lived, it has made it clear that owners of licensed premises must be aware of and prepared to deal with new and unexpected challenges. We are...
Summer is on its way. Do I need a pavement licence for my outdoor area?

Government responds to Licensing Act report

Earlier in the year, the House of Lords Select Committee on the Licensing Act 2003 gave its findings. Last week, the Government published its official response. House of Lords Select Committee The House of Lords Select Committee set out various findings following a...
Summer is on its way. Do I need a pavement licence for my outdoor area?

Changes of use

When operating a business, whether it be a shop, restaurant or an office, you must ensure that you are not breaching either your obligations under your lease or planning laws in using the property in a particular way. For example, if there is planning permission for...