A sobering new analysis reveals that relaxed late-night licensing laws are creating more problems than prosperity, with local residents bearing the brunt of noise and disruption while promised economic benefits fail to materialise.
TV Licensing launches major enforcement campaign targeting thousands of households across the UK. Here's what you need to know to avoid substantial fines.
British publicans confront fresh financial pressures as government plans could impose substantial new licensing costs, adding to existing challenges in the hospitality sector.
Sir Keir Starmer announces radical overhaul of pub licensing laws, giving landlords power to set flexible opening times and revitalise Britain's struggling hospitality sector.
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer announces radical plans to extend pub opening times and cut red tape for live music venues, promising a new dawn for Britain's struggling hospitality sector.
The government is considering permanent extended pub licensing hours to boost the hospitality sector and create a more continental-style nightlife culture across England and Wales.
Hundreds of licensed taxi drivers brought roads around Gatwick Airport to a standstill, protesting what they call Uber's circumvention of local licensing laws that's crippling their livelihoods.
UK pubs and bars can apply for extended opening hours during England's World Cup campaign, allowing fans to cheer on the team with later drinks service.
Explosive lawsuit reveals Baldwin Park officials allegedly demanded massive bribes from cannabis businesses in exchange for operating permits, exposing corruption in California's legal weed industry.
Senior Labour figures, including Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham, launch a blistering attack on Keir Starmer's party for siding with the Conservatives on crippling licensing fees for pubs and venues.
Explosive details emerge as former Trump official Kash Patel reveals the FBI Director's reliance on 'embarrassing' crib notes during a high-stakes Congressional hearing on alleged politicisation within the Bureau.
Culture Club icon Boy George has been ordered to perform menial toilet duties at his own pop-up club by Westminster Council, following a licensing row that has stunned the music industry.
Exclusive: The NHS and leading audiologists issue a stark warning against popular DIY ear wax removal methods, linking them to a surge in hearing damage, infections, and emergency ENT admissions. Discover the safe alternatives experts recommend.
In a landmark environmental decision, the UK government has halted its routine North Sea oil and gas licensing, signalling a major shift towards renewable energy and net-zero commitments.
McFly drummer Harry Judd opens up about his debilitating battle with tinnitus, the constant ringing that left him fearing for his music career, and shares his crucial advice for protecting hearing.
Exclusive investigation into the background of alleged gunman Dezi Freeman reveals clean criminal record despite Victoria's strict firearm licensing procedures.
Exclusive coverage from the pre-sentence hearing of Erin Patterson, who pleaded guilty to poisoning three guests with a deadly mushroom lunch in Victoria. The court hears harrowing victim impact statements as the community awaits her fate.
Exclusive investigation reveals a devastating postcode lottery in paediatric audiology, with families facing agonising delays for children's hearing aids, leaving doctors in despair and toddlers' development at risk.
Exclusive: Mental health nurse John Chukwunonso Iwuh has been removed from the register for gross misconduct after exploiting his professional position to target patients on dating platforms, in a serious breach of trust.
Lyle Menendez, one of the infamous Menendez brothers convicted of murdering their parents in a case that gripped the world, is set to face a parole board in a bid for early release from his life sentence.
Erik Menendez has been approved for parole in the notorious 1989 murder of his parents, while his brother Lyle's bid was rejected. The California parole board's decision marks a pivotal moment in one of America's most infamous criminal cases.
Erik and Lyle Menendez, the Beverly Hills brothers convicted of brutally murdering their parents in 1989, have been granted parole. This is the full timeline of their shocking case, from the bloody killings to their recent release.
Erik Menendez, one of the brothers convicted of the notorious 1989 murder of their parents, has been approved for parole. His brother Lyle's hearing continues as a landmark case reaches a new chapter.
Groundbreaking UK research reveals that using hearing aids can dramatically reduce the risk of developing dementia, offering a powerful and accessible preventive measure for millions.
Groundbreaking research reveals that using hearing aids could dramatically reduce the risk of developing dementia, offering a powerful new preventative strategy for public health.
Lyle and Erik Menendez, convicted for the brutal 1989 murder of their parents, face a pivotal parole hearing in California. Discover the latest developments and whether the brothers will be granted freedom after three decades behind bars.
Groundbreaking research from the University of Southern Denmark suggests that using a hearing aid could be one of the most significant single actions to protect against dementia, potentially halving the risk for those with hearing loss.
A Metropolitan Police officer has been barred from serving after using a Taser on a suspect during a Covid lockdown breach in 2021. The disciplinary panel found his use of force was 'unnecessary and disproportionate'.
The parents of TikTok personality Sarah Grace Patrick have been denied bond after being charged with her murder. Shocking new details from the South Carolina hearing reveal a deeply troubling family dynamic.
The infamous Menendez brothers, convicted of murdering their parents in 1989, are up for parole. Could they be released after three decades behind bars?