Defining lawful and unlawful activities

Mark Banham considers the effect of a recent decision of the Supreme Court on unlawful activities and how this might have wider implications, in particular in lease covenants.

The Government’s “red-tape” exercise is cutting into the Licensing Act 2003.  Since 27 June 2013 premises no longer need a licence to put on certain types of entertainment.  Mark Banham explains.

Residential landlords have to be very careful to register deposits or dire consequences can follow.  But what about rent paid in advance?  Could that be classed as a deposit?

STOP PRESS:  the High Court has ruled that a tenant may recover rent paid in advance when a break option has been exercised.  This is not what is normally expected as Mark Banham explains.

Mark Banham looks at the government’s proposed changes to the Licensing Act which will remove the need for community venues to hold a licence for certain entertainment events

Mark Banham explains why it is vital that tenants are very careful when completing and serving a break notice.  The consequences of getting it wrong can be disastrous.

Mark Banham offers a timely reminder that CCTV users need to be licensed by the Information Commissioner and comply with a proper data-handling policy.

What is the Designated Premises Supervisor’s role in a premises supplying alcohol?  Surprisingly, the legal role is not clearly defined as Mark Banham explains.

Mark Banham explains why Licensees must ensure that they have proper diary systems in place so that the annual licence fees are paid promptly – and what will happen if they aren’t.

Battling with your neighbour through the courts can be distressing and expensive.  The Court of Appeal will now expect the parties to try to work things out before a court case comes to trial.

Everyone struggling to deal with the aftermath of death, insolvency or mental incapacity of a licensee needs to be aware of the Interim Authority Procedure. Joe Lott explains why.

Poker clubs: Joe Lott reviews the rules and regulations that apply to these increasingly popular venues.