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12 November 2025

Institute of Licensing to give evidence at Transport Select Committee Inquiry into Taxi and PHV Licensing

The Institute of Licensing has been invited to give oral evidence to the House of Commons Transport Select Committee as part of its ongoing inquiry into the licensing of taxis and private hire vehicles (PHVs).

Institute of Licensing responds to government’s licensing framework review

The Institute of Licensing has published its formal response to the Government’s Call for Evidence on Reforming the Licensing Framework.

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Dogs Trust urges government to introduce licensing regime for fireworks events to protect animal welfare

Dogs Trust has renewed its call for tighter controls on fireworks events, urging the UK government to introduce a mandatory licensing regime.

Labour MPs back gambling tax to fight child poverty

Nearly a quarter of Labour MPs have signed a petition urging the chancellor to hike taxes on gambling companies.

Government to legislate on taxi licensing following national audit on child exploitation

The UK Government has confirmed it will introduce legislation to address concerns raised in the National Audit on Group-Based Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse.

Scottish Government pressed on pet services regulation amid enforcement gaps and public support

The Scottish Government faced renewed scrutiny over its approach to regulating pet services.

Government rejects London Assembly’s call to cap private hire vehicle numbers

The UK government has rejected calls from the London Assembly to grant Transport for London (TfL) powers to cap the number of private hire vehicles (PHVs).

SIA launches major review of security licence qualifications

The SIA has launched a major strategic review of the qualifications and linked training required to apply for an SIA licence.

Taxi and private hire firms back open letter on ‘taxi tax’ ahead of budget

A group of 59 taxi and PHV firms is calling on the Chancellor to drop the planned 20% VAT.

Government delivering Martyn’s Law virtual webinars

The Department for Education and the Home Office are delivering a series of virtual webinars for schools to learn about Martyn’s Law.

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Leading hospitality businesses demand action at the Budget

Major hospitality businesses, including Butlin's, Greene King, IHG Hotels & Resorts, KFC and Merlin Entertainments, are among the signatories to UKHospitality’s open letter to the Chancellor.

Commission concludes four-part series on illegal online gambling

The Gambling Commission has published the fourth and final report in its series exploring the complex and evolving issue of illegal online gambling.

NetBet Enterprises Limited to pay £650,000 for regulatory failures

An online gambling business is to pay £650,000 and undergo an independent audit after a Commission investigation revealed anti-money laundering and social responsibility failures.

Successful prosecution of a private hire operator working without appropriate licence

Cheltenham Borough Council has successfully prosecuted an operator for carrying out private hire bookings without the necessary private hire operator’s licence.

Westminster council targets pedicab nuisance ahead of TfL licensing overhaul

Westminster City Council is launching a Christmas crackdown on pedicabs in London’s West End.

Jobs and Opportunities

Licensing Enforcement Officer – Gedling Borough Council

Closing Date 23rd November 2025

Licensing Officer – Cornwall Council

Closing Date 1st December 2025

Regulation and Compliance Officer – Westmorland & Furness Council

Closing Date 20th November 2025

Senior Licensing Officer – City of Westminster

Closing Date 19th November 2025

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McGowan on Alcohol Licensing Law in Scotland

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