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Have you seen our latest IoL events? Read about it here: mailchi.mp/instituteoflic… 🎰 Gambling Conference – 28 Apr 🚖 Taxi Licensing – 11 May 🐒 Primate Licensing – 19–20 May 🎓 NTC 2026 – 18–20 Nov Browse all events: app.sheepcrm.com/instituteoflic… #LicensingTraining #IoL

📢 Licensing Flash News | 18 March • NTC2026 launched • Police Licensing Excellence Award launched • Charles Holland Award nominations open • Membership update • Tobacco & Vapes Bill update • LCCP changes outlined 🔗 buff.ly/F9at0Ms #Licensing #LocalGovernment

🎓 IoL launches National Training Conference 2026 (#NTC2026) A three-day event for licensing professionals featuring expert-led sessions, discussion and networking. Early-bird tickets available until 31 July. 🔗 instituteoflicensing.org/network-news/i… #Licensing

Nominations for the Charles Holland Award 2026 are now open. Created by the Institute of Licensing and Francis Taylor Building, the award recognises outstanding early career professionals in licensing. Deadline: 1 August 2026 Read more and nominate: instituteoflicensing.org/network-news/n…

📄 Lords completes scrutiny of the Tobacco and Vapes Bill The House of Lords concluded its Third Reading on 9 March 2026. The Bill now returns to the House of Commons for consideration of amendments proposed by peers. 🔗 instituteoflicensing.org/network-news/l… #Licensing #PublicHealth

Thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday at the Taxi Conference 2026 in Walsall! 🚖 Great discussions, expert insights and fantastic engagement! Huge thanks to our speakers, panel members and sponsors for making the day such a success. #TaxiConference #TaxiLicensing

The afternoon sessions continue at the IoL Taxi Conference 2026. Delegates have heard about delays in licensing appeals, information sharing between partners, and the conference has now moved into its final session on avoiding discrimination claims. #TaxiLicensing #Licensing

Taxi Conference 2026 continues in Walsall. Delegates have heard updates on taxi and private hire licensing standardisation in Wales from Welsh Government and Swansea Council, followed by a session on fraud in taxi and private hire, including ghost plates and insurance fraud.

Taxi Conference 2026 is underway at Walsall Town Hall. Delegates have heard from IoL President James Button on taxi licensing consultation proposals and are now discussing licensing reform and national standards. #TaxiLicensing #Licensing

📢 Licensing Flash News | 11 March • IoL publishes its consultation response to the automated vehicles regulatory framework • SIA updates on Martyn’s Law implementation progress • BBPA unveils new guidance for pubs • ... and more Read more 👇 mailchi.mp/instituteoflic…

📢 Updated statutory guidance has been issued ahead of England’s new primate licensing regime coming into force on 6 April 2026. Prepare with IoL’s specialist training at Monkey World. 19-20 May 2026 Read more: instituteoflicensing.org/network-news/p…

🌍 Today we recognise the many women working across licensing, regulation and public protection. From licensing officers and inspectors to legal and policy professionals, their work helps keep communities safe. Thank you to the women helping make licensing better. #IWD2026

🎰 Gambling Conference – 28 April 2026 Join legal experts, regulators and operators to explore the latest topics in land-based gambling. 📍 Victoria Warehouse, Manchester 🗓 28 April 2026 Find out more and book your place: 🔗 app.sheepcrm.com/instituteoflic… #Licensing #Gambling

📢 IoL has published its response to the Government’s Developing the Automated Vehicles Regulatory Framework consultation, warning proposals could side line local authorities and weaken long-standing passenger-safety protections. Read more 🔗buff.ly/GRygRcI #Licensing

When a child goes missing, it should never be dismissed as routine. Licensed taxi and private hire drivers are in a unique position to spot the signs of exploitation and help protect vulnerable passengers. #LookCloser #Safeguarding #TaxiLicensing #PrivateHire #PublicProtection

📢Licensing Flash News 👇 • MPs call for faster roll-out of liquid BBL ban • DAERA sets next steps on puppy and kitten sales rules • Government pressed on safeguarding training for taxi and PHV drivers -> buff.ly/Jm2WPCS #Licensing #PublicProtection #TaxiLicensing

We were delighted to attend the #CAPAwards yesterday, celebrating innovation and excellence across Community Alcohol Partnerships. The Institute of Licensing was pleased to be there, with Caroline Day representing us. Congratulations to all the winners and nominees 👏 #CAP

Have you seen our latest IoL events? 🛡️ SAG Training 18 March 💉 Skin Piercing Legislation 24 March 🛍️ Street Trading 13 May 🦁 Zoo Licensing 24–25 June Browse and book here: app.sheepcrm.com/instituteoflic… #LicensingTraining #InstituteOfLicensing

Partnership matters in the night time economy. IoL is pleased to support the Partnership Charter for the Night Time Economy - a voluntary framework promoting collaboration, safety and shared responsibility. Read more and sign the Charter: instituteoflicensing.org/partnership-ch… #Licensing

Licensing Flash News 👇 • IoL publishes Martyn’s Law guidance • New IoL Resources Hub and News Archive launched • DAERA sets out next steps on puppy and kitten sales rules Plus taxi, gambling and enforcement updates. Full round-up: buff.ly/4MEotNV