Licensing Act 2003 Toolkit
Introduction
The objective of the Toolkit is to provide the public with an interest in the implementation of the Licensing Act 2003 with a dedicated resource of information and guidance.
We have produced information on the Licensing Act 2003 in alternative languages.
The resource may be of interest to anyone but especially owners of commercial premises covered by the licensing requirements of the Act.
The Licensing Act 2003 marks the end of six independent licensing regimes and amalgamates them into one single system promoting four statutory objectives: -
Introduction
The objective of the Toolkit is to provide the public with an interest in the implementation of the Licensing Act 2003 with a dedicated resource of information and guidance.
We have produced information on the Licensing Act 2003 in alternative languages.
The resource may be of interest to anyone but especially owners of commercial premises covered by the licensing requirements of the Act.
The Licensing Act 2003 marks the end of six independent licensing regimes and amalgamates them into one single system promoting four statutory objectives: -
- The Prevention of Crime and Disorder
- The Promotion of Public Safety
- The Prevention of Public Nuisance, and
- The Protection of Children from Harm
Apart from consolidating liquor, entertainment and late night refreshment law, significantly the Act also transfers responsibility for the regulation of the sale and supply of alcohol from the Magistrates to Councils.
North Devon Council's Licensing Act 2003 Policy (pdf 203kb)
has been
updated with effect February 2008.What the Toolkit covers
The Toolkit will be regularly updated and includes the following:
- Club Premises Licences - application forms and guidance
- Premises Licences - application forms and guidance
- Personal Alcohol Licences - application forms and guidance
- Temporary Event Notices - application forms and guidance
- Useful Web Links
- Our Licensing Website for access to interactive registers, on-line applications and progress checks for existing applications. It is hoped that on-line applications will be available by July 2006.
- Current Licensing Act 2003 Notices
- Licensing Consultation Panel agendas and minutes
- Local Licensing Newsletters
- Guidance & Licensing Leaflets
Contact us
If you require further assistance, you can contact us through the Customer Service Centre.
North Devon Council
Civic Centre
North Walk
Barnstaple
Devon
EX31 1EA
Tel: 01271 388870
Hours of opening: Monday to Friday, 8.30 am to 5.00 pm
Fax: 01271 388328
Email: customerservices@northdevon.gov.uk
Further information
Important - Planning Consent
It is important that licence holders wishing to vary their licences ensure that they have the necessary planning consent before making an application. Planning can be contacted on 01271 388288.
Sunday Trading Hours
Business Link
has further information on Sunday trading.
If you require further assistance, you can contact us through the Customer Service Centre.
North Devon Council
Civic Centre
North Walk
Barnstaple
Devon
EX31 1EA
Tel: 01271 388870
Hours of opening: Monday to Friday, 8.30 am to 5.00 pm
Fax: 01271 388328
Email: customerservices@northdevon.gov.uk
Further information
Important - Planning Consent
It is important that licence holders wishing to vary their licences ensure that they have the necessary planning consent before making an application. Planning can be contacted on 01271 388288.
Sunday Trading Hours
Business Link
has further information on Sunday trading.
