Agenda item

Councillor Burbage asked whether the review of licensing legislation recommended in Rewiring Licensing should be undertaken by the LGA rather than asking government to do this. Officers felt that although the LGA has a part to play and want to be closely involved, this work requires central Government attention as licensing is spread across so many Whitehall Departments.

Members agreed it was important to take a review step by step and not be overly ambitious on every aspect. Moving forward, it was key to prioritise certain areas of licensing and make progress.

Decision

Members noted the report.