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Licensing Act 2003: regulatory easements – outcome
Summary We are consulting on whether there is support for making permanent the alcohol licensing provisions in the Business and Planning Act 2020 or whether
2 August 2023
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Charles Cormier Podcast: “Nightlife is a right of passage” Michael Kill, CEO of NTIA, shares his background in the nightlife industry and his passion for giving back to the industry.
The UK nightlife scene offers a wide range of experiences, from pubs to nightclubs and live music venues. The industry plays a crucial role in
2 August 2023
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NTIA Expresses Anger Over the Increase in Alcohol Duty on the Night Time Economy Sector
The Night Time Industries Association, a staunch advocate for businesses and industries, strongly condemns the government’s decision to increase alcohol duty on the night time
1 August 2023
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NTIA Criticise Government for not reacting fast enough to energy crisis
The energy regulator OFGEM has announced a series of reforms to address the current crisis in the energy sector. The reforms will be released in
1 August 2023
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The Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act 2023 (Commencement No. 1) Regulations 2023
EXPLANATORY NOTE (This note is not part of the Regulations) These Regulations bring into force specified provisions of the Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act 2023
31 July 2023
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Terrorism (Protection of Premises) draft Bill
This is a House of Commons Committee report, with recommendations to government. The Government has two months to respond. Fourth Report of Session 2022–23 Author:
27 July 2023
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Detailed Gambling Regulation Consultations Published
Both the Department for Culture, Media and Sport and the Gambling Commission have today published consultations on topics from the Gambling Act Review white paper
27 July 2023
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Ofgem Retail Announcements – Consumer Standards Statutory Consultation, Non-Domestic Market Review and Minimum Capital Requirements Decision
Following extensive engagement with energy suppliers, businesses, consumers and other organisations, Ofgem is today announcing the publication of: A Non-Domestic Market Review findings and consultation:
27 July 2023
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NTIA Says Inflation some way off easing Night Time Economy Cost of Operating crisis
Responding to inflation figures released last week: Michael Kill CEO NTIA says: “While we see a positive reflection in the inflation figures released today, dropping
23 July 2023
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Labour Market Enforcement Strategy 2024 to 2025: call for evidence
Summary Call for evidence from Margaret Beels, the Director of Labour Market Enforcement, to inform her labour market enforcement strategy for 2024 to 2025. This
19 July 2023
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Parklife Founder Sacha Lord & NTIA reject Home Office denial of drug testing U-turn
Nightlife entrepreneur Sacha Lord and the Night Time Industries Association have rejected claims by the Home Office that they have not reversed their policy on
19 July 2023
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Skiddle Industry Drop-in | Press Release
Date: Friday 18th August 2023 Venue/location: Lab11, Trent St, Birmingham B5 5NL Online ticketing platform, Skiddle has announced plans to deliver a free Industry event
18 July 2023
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Deposit return scheme: gateway review report – March 2023
Evidence-based snapshot of the status of the Deposit and Return Scheme (DRS) for Scotland programme carried out by an independent review team in March 2023.
14 July 2023
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Wales as a Global Tourist Destination – Report by the House of Commons Committee, with Recommendations to Government.
Summary Tourism makes a significant contribution to the Welsh economy, providing employment for around 12% of the Welsh workforce. However, Wales significantly underperforms in attracting
12 July 2023
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UK Government funding to save pubs for communities
The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities announces £1.44m for six projects across Wales as part of the UK Government’s Community Ownership Fund. Pubs
11 July 2023
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ANNOUNCEMENT: ClubWatch is officially launching on 10th August with a Networking Event, hosted at Studio Spaces.
ClubWatch is a network for larger capacity venues in the Night Time Economy and Live Music Sector. ClubWatch meets routinely to discuss issues within operations, improving safety
11 July 2023
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NTIA & SHG Launch Campaign for Homeless Project
Night time Industries Association & The Scottish Hospitality Group (SHG) launch a campaign to raise vital funding to buy new LEZ compliant vehicles after Glasgow
11 July 2023
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More visible policing and swifter consequences for antisocial behaviour
Communities across England and Wales will see more police patrolling antisocial behaviour hotspots and perpetrators will face tougher, swifter consequences. This marks the next steps
7 July 2023
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NTIA and Sacha Lord Instruct Legal Team to Challenge the Government on Drug Testing at Festivals
The Night Time Industries Association & Nightlife entrepreneur, Sacha Lord, have written to the Home Office demanding a judicial review following its decision to ban
3 July 2023
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Scotland: National Events Strategy Review – Public Consultation DEADLINE 30TH JUNE 2023
The review and update of Scotland’s events strategy is to ensure it remains fit-for-purpose for an extended term from 2025 to 2035, enabling the continued
29 June 2023