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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Relaxation of licensing hours to mark the 75th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day

13 February 2020 · Home Office

Proposed by Kit Malthouse Con North West Hampshire

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At a glance

Key points

  • The Government proposes an Order to extend licensed opening hours from 11pm to 1am on May 8 and 9, 2020.
  • The extension applies to premises licensed for alcohol sales and regulated entertainment.
  • The Order was laid before the House to mark the 75th anniversary of VE Day.

Issue summary

The statement addresses the relaxation of licensing hours to mark the 75th anniversary of VE Day.

Action requested

The Government proposes an Order under Section 172 of the Licensing Act 2003, which was laid before the House yesterday, extending licensed opening hours from 11pm to 1am on May 8 and 9, 2020 for premises licensed for alcohol sales and regulated entertainment.

Key facts

  • Section 172 of the Licensing Act 2003 allows the Secretary of State for the Home Department to make a Licensing Hours Order.
  • The Government has consulted on a proposal to relax licensing hours in England and Wales to mark VE Day's 75th anniversary.
  • The Order will extend licensed opening hours from 11pm to 1am on May 8 and 9, 2020.
  • An Impact Assessment will be published alongside the Order on legislation.gov.uk.
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