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Extending licensing hours for the 80th Anniversary of Victory in Europe Day
23 April 2025
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Home Office
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The Government is proposing to extend licensing hours for the 80th Anniversary of Victory in Europe Day.
Action Requested
The Home Office plans to issue a Licensing Hours Order under Section 172 of the Licensing Act 2003, extending licensing hours from 11pm on May 8 to 1am on May 9 for premises already licensed in England and Wales. The Economic Note will be published alongside the Order.
Key Facts
- The proposal is a response to public support for commemorating VE Day.
- Licensing hours extension applies to alcohol and late-night refreshment sales until 1am on May 9, 2023.
- The territorial extent of the Order will be England and Wales.
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