• The course provides an overview of the Licensing Act 2003, an update on licensing law and will incorporate the latest developments in the legislation whilst providing those who attend an opportunity to understand what policies and procedures they need to have in place to show compliance with the Licensing Act 2003, Effective use of the systems will enable operators to run more profitably and make best use of the tools within the Act.

BULLET POINTS OF COURSE

THE LEGAL AND SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF A LICENCE HOLDER
1. Temporary Events Notices,
2. Personal Licence Holders and Designated Premises Supervisors
3. Social Responsibilities of a Licence Holder – including awareness of strength of alcohol being sold
4. Legal Responsibilities of a Personal Licence Holder – including understanding the mandatory conditions, irresponsible promotions and the under age rule.
5. Matters to be considered when granting a Premises Licence
6. Regulations that apply in respect of applications including details of plans to be given for a valid application to be granted,
7. Variation of Licence and Minor Variations
8. Closure of Licensed Premises

There will also be 4 case studies – focussing on
A. Premises Licence and conditions,
B. Under age Drinking
C. Drunkenness
D. Legal duties of a Personal Licence Holder

There will be a session on Wine Labelling Legislation, enabling producers to comply to legal requirements. This will be provided by a representative of the wine branch of the Food Standards Agency.