The Lib Dem Culture Secretary, Don Foster asked if DCMS are to extend the time limits.   The answer, of course, is "neit".

Interesting that many businesses that have been left behind are those run by ethnic minorities (Kebab Houses, Ethnic Restaurants) etc. Could this leave DCMS open to an allegation of racism, being in mind the complexity of the application form? (even to those well versed in English and to solicitors).


According to the Times many locals are objecting to pubs that have been alleged to be a source of binge drinking.