Leisure Sector Update: VE Day Celebration and Licensing hours extension from 11pm - 1am
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In order to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day, the Government has announced that on Thursday 8th May 2025 the licensing hours will be extended from 11pm to 1am the following day.
The recent Order confirms the extension applies in England and Wales only and is for already licensed premises. The Order is similar to those that extended licensing hours for events such as the Queen’s Jubilee and the recent Coronation.
We understand that those premises planning to open late on Thursday may already have these hours on their premises licence but it is hoped that the extension will allow people to celebrate the special occasion and also bring communities together.
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