Pubs and bars in England and Wales could see extended opening hours as the government launches a fast-track review on “outdated” licensing rules.
The plans could make it easier for venues to serve food outside and host more live music, in a bid to “remove unnecessary barriers”.
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NAM Implications:
- Pubs need help with business rates, energy and staffing costs.
- And a public sufficiently relaxed about the future to risk going out more.
- A big ask, for any government…
