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Extending licensing hours for the 80th Anniversary of Victory in Europe Day

23 April 2025

Proposing MP
Kingston upon Hull North and Cottingham
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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