Back to front or forward to your past eh Richard?

On the serious subject of licensing the DCMS announcement this weekend seems to be an admission that they've messed-up yet again.

Legal Eagle is correct in saying councils are tightening-up on hours for live music because they feel their hands are tied and they can't restrict opening hours. That is certainly the case here in Manchester and as someone who has enjoyed late-night lock-ins at The Bedford during my annual holiday in Sidmouth I fear the session musicians there may well find 'time' called on their session at 11pm prompt next year.

It will be ironic if they can continue drinking legally after 11pm in future but cannot play a tune for fear of the landlord being prosecuted.

Back to your caravans and tents eh guys. It will be like listening to Radio Luxembourg in the old days. You'll only be able to play your instruments under the bedclothes!