Licensing Act 2003: Statement of Licensing Policy
Summary
Our policy statement on the Licensing Act 2003, which gives us extra responsibilities for licensing. This includes the licensing of premises that sell and/or supply alcohol, the provision of regulated entertainment and the provision of late night refreshment.
Review of policy
Our statement of policy has to be updated every three years (under the terms of the Act).
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Further information
Why a review of licensing policy?
The Licensing Act 2003 requires us to carry out a formal review, consultation and re-publication of our Statement of Licensing Policy every three years. The re-published policy will then set out the principles that we will generally apply to promote the licensing objectives when making decisions on applications for licences made under the Act for the subsequent three years.
The Act allows us to target premises which are causing problems within our community, and have a much lighter touch with those businesses and community activities that enhance people’s lives by providing opportunities for the enjoyment of leisure time.
In terms of enforcement, we have focused on the premises failing in terms of the licensing objectives, with other businesses left to go about their activities without interference.
Who takes part in the consultations?
- The chief officer of police;
- The fire authority;
- Child protection unit;
- Trading Standards;
- Local licence holders;
- Local residents, and;
- Local businesses.
The consultation exercise also includes discussions with other internal council departments with areas of responsibility which impact upon licensing, such as:
- Legal Services;
- Environmental Health Services, and;
- Planning Services.
Appeals Procedure
In general, if you wish to appeal against a decision made by the licensing authority, you must appeal to the appropriate Magistrates' Court within a period of 21 days commencing on the day on when the licensing decision was made.
If you require further clarification please contact the licensing team on 01508 533704.
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Contact us
| contact officer/team: | Democratic Services |
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| web: | online enquiry form |
| email: | licensingteam@s-norfolk.gov.uk |
| telephone: | 01508 533687 |
| minicom/textphone: | 01508 533622 |
| address: | South Norfolk Council South Norfolk House Swan Lane Long Stratton Norwich NR15 2XE |
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Last updated on: 26 May 2011