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.
Discover the ultimate selection of sophisticated alcohol-free alternatives for Sober October. From crisp lagers to complex spirits, we've taste-tested the market's finest options to keep your sober journey exciting.
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.
New research reveals Britain's complex relationship with alcohol, from lockdown drinking surges to evolving social attitudes. Discover the sobering statistics shaping our national drinking culture.
Major reforms to alcohol strength regulations could see beer, wine and spirits become more potent as UK government aims to boost business and consumer choice.
The World Health Organisation has withdrawn its contentious alcohol reduction campaign following criticism from UK health officials who questioned the scientific evidence behind the initiative.
A British man's shocking story of how his 'normal' drinking habits led to near-fatal liver cirrhosis at just 54, with a crucial warning from doctors about alcohol consumption.
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.
Groundbreaking UK research discovers children with lower cognitive test scores face significantly higher risk of developing alcohol-related problems as adults, including dependency and dangerous behaviours.
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.
Groundbreaking research reveals how even moderate alcohol consumption accelerates brain shrinkage, dramatically increasing dementia risk. Discover the vital changes you can make to protect your cognitive health.
New research from South Korea confirms there is no safe amount of alcohol consumption when it comes to dementia risk, challenging previous beliefs about moderate drinking.
Groundbreaking research reveals that any alcohol consumption, no matter how moderate, increases your chances of developing over 60 medical conditions including heart disease and diabetes.
The Scottish Government announces automatic annual increases to minimum alcohol pricing, intensifying efforts to reduce the nation's devastating alcohol mortality rates.
Shocking new figures reveal Scotland's alcohol-related deaths remain critically high, sparking fierce criticism of the SNP's flagship minimum unit pricing policy as public health experts demand urgent review.
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.
Discover practical strategies for building a vibrant social life at uni without relying on booze. From sober societies to daytime events, learn how to forge genuine connections and thrive.
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.
Groundbreaking research from British and Australian universities reveals a revolutionary dietary supplement that could prevent hangovers by blocking alcohol's toxic byproduct. Discover how this could change social drinking forever.
A major new study from the University of Oxford delivers a sobering warning: regular, moderate alcohol consumption is directly linked to reduced brain volume and increased liver fat. Discover the hidden damage in your glass.
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.
A British mother reveals her astonishing transformation after ditching her £4,000-a-year alcohol and hangover takeaway habit. Discover her simple, no-gimmick secret to losing over nine stone and reclaiming her health and happiness.
Exclusive investigation into the background of alleged gunman Dezi Freeman reveals clean criminal record despite Victoria's strict firearm licensing procedures.
Exclusive: Pioneering research from University College London offers a glimmer of hope for drinkers, revealing the liver's remarkable regenerative capacity when given a period of abstinence.
Exclusive: British expats in Dubai are revolting against a luxury gym's controversial new membership perk offering a 'glass of wine' with workouts, branding it 'tone-deaf' and 'culturally insensitive' in the conservative Muslim emirate where alcohol laws