00:00Sadiq Khan has gained powers to intervene in major licensing decisions.
00:05The mayor can now review council decisions on applications considered strategically important and make the final ruling.
00:12The powers could affect large venues, live music, later opening hours, festivals and major events.
00:19Supporters say they will help London's hospitality industry and create more consistent rules across boroughs.
00:26But critics, including Westminster councillors, say decisions could be taken away from local authorities.
00:33A councillor says the definition of a strategic application is too broad.
00:38The mayor says the changes will support venues while protecting local communities.
