Good news for hospitality

£100 Pavement License about to be made permanent!
The Levelling Up Bill is at the report stage in the House of Lords and requests the provision under sections 1 to 9 of the Business and Planning Act 2020 to be made permanent. If successful, this will be fantastic news for the hospitality sector, saving £1000’s per year compared to the council’s advertised tables and chairs fees. PDF details here
Rental auction by local authorities.
On the same Levelling Up bill is the proposal of Letting by local authorities of vacant high-street premises. PDF details here
Full details of the Bill can be read here.