The latest figures on alcohol licensing in England and Wales reveal a sharp uptick in new licences and temporary event notices, reflecting a surge in demand across the hospitality sector.
James Bayley is a Senior Reporter at Agile Media Ltd, with a focus on national news in the United Kingdom, particularly in the wine industry. With a background in reporting for HarpersWine and contributions to Wine Business Monthly and the Daily Express, James covers topics ranging from wine sales trends to industry developments and government initiatives in the wine sector.