Written Question·Department for Business and Trade·UIN 21480

Shops: Opening Hours

Tabled: 19 December 2024
Answered: 7 January 2025

Question

Sarah Smith

LabourHyndburn

To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what guidance her Department issues for local authorities on authorising the opening of shops for 24 hours a day.

Answer

Justin Madders
There are no general restrictions on shop opening hours aside from Sunday trading restrictions on large shops, which the Government has no plans to change. However, for new properties or those selling alcohol, additional restrictions may apply subject to ...

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