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The Huddle: Will cutting red tape for alcohol licensing cause more harm than good?

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Wed, 9 Sep 2026, 7:24pm
It's Dry July! (Image / Getty Images)
It's Dry July! (Image / Getty Images)

Tonight on The Huddle, Tim Wilson from the Maxim Institute and former broadcaster Mark Sainsbury joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! 

The Government has confirmed they'll be cutting some of the red tape around the hospitality sector - a move that's been welcomed by industry experts. Do we think this is a good idea - or could this cause extra harm?

At least 10,000 public service workers have downed tools and gone on strike after months of failed negotiations. What do we make of this, is serious change needed? What could this Government do for the public service? 

Labour is looking to introduce tougher regulations on AI if they get elected - do we need this kind of oversight? 

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