The 2003 Licensing Act The 2003 Licensing Act: an act of stupidity?

of the extending drinking hours be on UK emergency departments? T he 2003 Licensing Act will be com-ing into effect shortly in England and Wales. This removes restric-tions on the sale of alcohol from bars and pubs, extending drinking time beyond 11pm. The Government hopes that this will lead to the English taking a more relaxed approach to drinking, and reduce the incidence of drunken-ness, assaults, and anti-social behaviour often seen after 11pm closing. Senior police officers and judges are sceptica