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London Mayor Sadiq Khan gains licensing powers for music venues and festivals

November 4, 2026

London Mayor Sadiq Khan gains licensing powers for music venues and festivals

London Mayor Sadiq Khan has been given new authority over licensing for the capital's music venues and festivals. For the first time, the mayor can rule directly on licensing applications, a change described as historic. The move could affect how London's clubs and events get approved.

— Aggregated by DJ Radar. Original report via Mixmag: mixmag.net

Sadiq KhanLondon nightlifevenue licensingmusic festivalsclub venues

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