From the mid-19th century on the opening hours of licensed premises in the UK were restricted. However licensing was gradually liberalised after the 1960s, until contested licensing applications became very rare, and the remaining administrative function was transferred to Local Authorities in 2005. COUNT 3
QSN1 In what century were the operating hours of drinking establishments first limited? ANS1 19th QSN2 In what decade were the restrictions on public drinking establishment licenses loosened? ANS2 1960s QSN3 What bodies controlled drinking establishment licensing administration as of 2005? ANS3 Local Authorities