Noted for its ‘fantastic levels of knowledge’, John Gaunt & Partners’ practice is well-placed to assist a range of high-profile clients from the hospitality, retail and leisure sectors, and is noted for its specialism in handling contested applications. Known for his expertise in retail licensing matters, Jon Wallsgrove heads the practice from Gosport, often advising on regulatory compliance with rules governing the operation of licensed premises.
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‘They are a very knowledgeable team. ’
‘Willing to go the extra mile. ’
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Key clients
- Whitbread
- Marston’s PLC
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Work highlights
- Advised on the Liberation Group’s merger with Cirrus Inns, dealing with licensing pre-contract enquiries, due diligence and following completion the smooth transfer of all licences and related permissions.
- Advised several significant retail clients including M&S and Waitrose exclusively to provide licensing support for their outlets across England, Scotland, and Wales. In 2023 Jon and his team submitted hundreds of successful applications across the Great Britain.
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