Licences, regulations and trading standards

Trading standards, environmental health and licensing teams support local businesses by helping explain legislation around regulation and protecting them from rogues. Councils ensure that resource is focused on working with higher risk activities and non-compliant businesses.

Case Studies

Water safety and licensing in Northumbria

Luton Borough Council and the National Register of Licence Revocations and Refusals (NR3)

Reopening Westminster’s hospitality sector

News

LGA – Keep freshers week fun and stay safe against spiking 

LGA – festival season isn’t always fun for local taxpayers because of outdated licensing fees, say councils

Embrace the summer spirit with permanent outdoor seating regime that works for everyone, says councils

Publications

LGA guidance note on drink spiking prevention

Public protection services: councillor handbook

Gambling regulation: Councillor handbook (England and Wales)

Licensing Act 2003 - Councillor’s handbook (England and Wales)

Briefings, responses, legislation & guides