Every local authority has a licensing policy which sets out the manner in which licensing applications for the sale and supply of alcohol, the provision of regulated entertainment and the provision of late night refreshment are considered. Whilst this policy must be reviewed every three years, each local authority is also required to keep its policy under review within this period and make such revisions, as it considers appropriate.
The current policies will be revised to reflect changing circumstances and any relevant concerns and comments received. The new policies will continue to focus upon promoting the four statutory Licensing Objectives:
Following on from my last blog,