England and Wales Legislation - IMPORTANT
We have witnessed the debacle on Scotland over licensing and now England and Wales are in the process of the Government deciding the best way forward. This requires collective action & feedback now!
Apologies if this is not relevant to all readers however it is important and a global trend that affects many destinations and requires thought and consideration.
This is an extract from the PASCUK email today relating to the pending legislation and a request to take a survey. Over 700 to date, but a target of 1000+ needed.
Both form important stages in supporting the “Great British Holiday in England” and “Review 182” in Wales. We have got to push back against further Government interventions. They all start gently, Planning Changes for example, or Licensing not Registration. Before escalating.
The results can be devastating, a quick look at what is happening in Scotland, where figures vary from 60-80% of the sector not being able to trade from Ist October due to licensing issues and costs. In Wales our Survey shows that over 40% of the sector are selling up or considering doing so. If this affects you then please complete the survey.