Licensing continues to be a fast-evolving area of law, driven by new legislation governing the sale of alcohol, the operation of entertainment venues, and the regulation of gambling.
Members of KBG Chambers’ Licensing Team are well-versed in this dynamic field and provide expert advice and advocacy across the full spectrum of licensing matters.
Our barristers regularly appear at hearings before local authorities and magistrates’ courts, as well as in appeals and judicial review proceedings in the higher courts. We are instructed by a wide range of clients including individual and corporate applicants, responsible authorities such as the police, objectors, and other interested parties.
Our work includes:
- Licensing applications and renewals
- Appeals and reviews
- Challenging special policies and local authority decisions
- Advising on the legality of licensing policies
- Representation in enforcement proceedings
With a strong background in both regulatory and criminal law, our team is uniquely placed to advise on compliance issues and defend alleged breaches of licence conditions or related legislation.
Areas of particular expertise include:
- Betting and Gaming Premises
- Late Night Refreshment Licensing
- Alcohol Licensing
- Sex Establishments
- Firearms Licensing
- Charitable Collections
- Street Trading
- Taxi and Private Hire Licensing
KBG Chambers offers clear, practical, and strategic advice at every stage of the licensing process, tailored to the needs of businesses, individuals, and public bodies.
Our Licensing experts
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