Government consulting with hospitality over licensing changes

Monday, 26 January 2026 08:54

The government's started consulting with businesses over possible changes to the events licensing process.

That's according to Justice Minister Jane Poole-Wilson, in response to a Tynwald question for written reply from Peel and Glenfaba MHK Kate Lord-Brennan.

Mrs Poole Wilson says the plan is to make it easier for licence holders to host private special events, without applying for a separate licence each time.

It follows on from discussions with hospitality businesses from the Licensing Forum, with the minister saying a pilot scheme for the changes is planned this year.

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