
200+ Pubs Closed in Six Months Amid Tax Hikes, NTIA Comments.
Michael Kill, CEO of the Night Time Industries Association, said: “The scale of pub closures we are witnessing is devastating for communities across the country.

Michael Kill, CEO of the Night Time Industries Association, said: “The scale of pub closures we are witnessing is devastating for communities across the country.

Written by: Michael Kill, NTIA, CEO Full Nightlife Article Newsletter series. The UK’s licensing system has long walked a fine line: supporting vibrant nightlife and

Written by: Michael Kill, NTIA, CEO Full Nightlife Article Newsletter series. The global nightlife industry is in the midst of a bold transformation. From AI-powered

Comment from Michael Kill, CEO of the Night Time Industries Association: “The UK’s 0.3% GDP growth in Q2 2025 is better than expected, but marks

A message from the Department of Culture, Media, and Sport Committee. Read below: The Culture, Media and Sport Committee is a group of MPs from

Scotland’s vibrant nightlife, a cornerstone of our cultural and economic landscape, faces significant challenges from rising costs, regulatory hurdles, and insufficient support. Discover how the Northern Lights Manifesto offers strategic recommendations to revitalise our night time economy, enhance community safety, promote sustainability, and protect cultural venues. Download the full manifesto for detailed insights on creating a flourishing nightlife across Scotland.

Below is a summarised message from Arts Council England: We’re working hard to restore full service – here’s what you need to know. We want

komunal is a new community space in Birmingham dedicated to high-quality electronic music. Designed with care and built for connection, it provides a platform for

The Live Comedy Association’s (LCA) work lobbying politicians and government has prompted MP members of the Culture, Media and Sport Committee to call on Sir

The number of robberies involving a knife – or the threat of one – have dropped after months of targeted police action in seven highest

Guest Post Written by: Philip Kolvin KC Full Nightlife Article Newsletter series Back in 2023 I led a UK delegation to a gathering of the

Link to Government Press Release: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/time-to-pay-up-toughest-crackdown-on-late-payments-in-a-generation-unveiled-in-plan-to-back-small-businesses Michael Kill, CEO of the Night Time Industries Association (NTIA) Says: “The Government’s commitment to tackling late payments through

On 29th July 2025, the Supreme Court handed down judgment in D.E.L.T.A. Merseyside Limited and another v Uber Britannia Limited [2025] UKSC 31. In doing

The Seed Sounds Weekender will host 2,000+ gigs in 1,000+ pubs, bars & restaurants nationwide, aiming to unite and celebrate the £2.4bn sector that’s given

Written by: Michael Kill, NTIA, CEO Full Nightlife Article Newsletter series. In the world of advocacy, particularly within the night time economy, one quality sits

Written by: Michael Kill, NTIA, CEO Full Nightlife Article Newsletter series The UK government’s latest wave of governance reforms has arrived with the promise of

Written by: Michael Kill, NTIA, CEO Full Nightlife Article Newsletter series. The night time economy has always moved to a rhythm , a living, breathing

Michael Kill, CEO of the Night Time Industries Association, said:“We strongly welcome the Government’s commitment to overhaul licensing rules and modernise planning regulations to better

Pubs across the country will be able to keep taps flowing later into the night this Sunday, as the Lionesses aim to continue their reign as

UK inflation has surged to 3.6% in the year to June – a sharp rise from May and well above the Bank of England’s 2% target, outpacing expectations.
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