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Earlier this month, the Government spoke directly to those who run pubs, restaurants and bars. What on the surface appeared to be a rather woolly announcement on potential changes to UK licensing quickly spawned into something else - a debate about the future of hospitality. In essence, it was an invitation for those in the sector to consult on what the Government is calling ‘outdated’ pub rules that have been ‘holding back’ pubs, bars and local events. The plans could potentially make it easier for venues to serve food outside, host more live music, and open later if they so wish, in what Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said was about “cutting red tape” and “boosting footfall” to boost economic growth.

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