Licensing

The Licensing Act 2003 has completely changed how the law approaches licensing matters. Any premises selling alcohol or carrying on any regulated entertainment must be licensed. Responsibility for this is no longer dealt with by the courts but by the local authority.

 

The premises themselves must have a Premises Licence and the person responsible for the licensed activity must hold a Personal Licence. In addition each premises must have Designated Premises Supervisor who must hold a Personal Licence. Often the holder of all these licences/positions may not be the same person which can make them purchase of say a public house hotel or restaurant quite complicated. We can guide you through the process and ensure that all the relevant permissions are obtained. We can complete the application forms for you and inform you of the Licensing Authorities’ requirements. If need be we can represent you at hearings before Licensing Committees.

 

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