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Nightlife Article #81: It was Darkest Before The Dawn…
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
4 August 2025
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NTIA Comments on Government’s Small Business Plan and Late Payment Crackdown
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
1 August 2025
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Supreme Court upholds freedom of contract for private hire operators
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
29 July 2025
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From Pubs to Pyramid Stages – Matty Healy of The 1975 Backs New National Festival Celebrating Where British Music Begins
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
29 July 2025
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Nightlife Article #80: The Uncompromising Voice: Why Moral Courage Is the Bedrock of Advocacy!
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
28 July 2025
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Nightlife Article #79: Governance Reform & Ethical Oversight: A Mixed Bag for the Night Time Economy
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
28 July 2025
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Nightlife Article #78: Unpredictable Trading Patterns – The Hidden Crisis Facing the Night Time Economy
Written by: Michael Kill, NTIA, CEO Full Nightlife Article Newsletter series. The night time economy has always moved to a rhythm , a living, breathing
28 July 2025
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NTIA Welcomes Governments’ Commitment to Overhaul Licensing Rules and Modernise Planning Regulations
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
28 July 2025
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Pubs to celebrate Lionesses with Late Last Orders
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
26 July 2025
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NTIA Urges Action as Surprise Inflation Hits Business Confidence
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.
22 July 2025
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Nightlife Article #77: Beyond the Key Holder: Why Club Managers Must Be Cultural Leaders Again!
Written by: Michael Kill, NTIA, CEO Full Nightlife Article Newsletter series In a time when nightlife is more visible, more monetised, and more brand-conscious than
18 July 2025
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Nightlife Article #76: In Defence of the Night: Why the Night-Time Economy Deserves More Than Just Tolerance
Written by: Michael Kill, NTIA, CEO Full Nightlife Article Newsletter series. When the city slows down and office lights dim, a different rhythm begins. Neon
18 July 2025
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Nightlife Article #75: NTIA Marks First Year of Labour in Power with Blistering Critique – Accusing Government of Failing Nightlife!
Written by: Michael Kill, NTIA, CEO Full Nightlife Article Newsletter series. The Night Time Industries Association (NTIA) has issued a scathing review of the Labour
18 July 2025
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Nightlife Article #74 : Nightclubs, Cultural Heritage and the Failing of ‘Agent of Change’: Why the UK Is Erasing Its Living Nightlife History!
Written by: Michael Kill, NTIA, CEO Full Nightlife Article Newsletter series. In the UK, when we talk about heritage, we tend to conjure up images
18 July 2025
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Perpetrator Focused Approach is Essential in New Government Package in tackling VAWG Says NTIA
On 16 July, the Government unveiled a £53 million landmark package to directly target the most dangerous domestic abuse perpetrators as part of its Plan for Change, aiming
16 July 2025
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Public urged to be vigilant against spiking ahead of summer events
NHS 24, in collaboration with Police Scotland and the Scottish Government, is raising awareness of the dangers of spiking as part of a coordinated effort
15 July 2025
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Executive Summary: HMRC PAYE Compliance Webinar – 25th June 2025
HMRC is enforcing a sector-wide shift to PAYE (Pay As You Earn) for all licensable private security operatives by August 2025. This includes door supervisors,
14 July 2025
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NTIA to give Evidence in Culture, Media and Sport Committee Inquiry on Modernising Protections in place for Built Heritage
House of Commons – Culture, Media and Sport Committee Protecting built heritage inquiry: MPs hear from historic places of worship and creative industries – Tuesday 15
14 July 2025
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Listen For Life at the WHO/WHF Meeting in Geneva
Global Advocacy for Hearing Health in Entertainment and Beyond. Key Highlights In BriefIn early July, Listen For Life attended the World Health Organization (WHO) and
14 July 2025
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Beatport Live Launches ‘The Block’
A Touring Container Stage Spotlighting Emerging DJs at Junction 2, Creamfields, and The Prospect Building. LONDON, UK – JULY 2 2025: Over the last five
4 July 2025