Lap-dancing clubs in England must apply to councils for a licence under new rules which have come into force. The venues are now classed as sex establishments rather than as pubs or cafes, making it easier for people to say they are "inappropriate".
Councils will only be able to reject the application for a licence on the grounds of crime, nuisance or public safety - but not for moral reasons.
Clubs will also have to pay for new licences under the new rules.
Councils will only be able to reject the application for a licence on the grounds of crime, nuisance or public safety - but not for moral reasons.
Clubs will also have to pay for new licences under the new rules.
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