Licensing
The sale and supply of alcohol is governed by the Licensing Act 2003 in England and Wales, and by the Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005 in Scotland. As your business partner, we’ll provide you specialist support to help you follow the law on these matters.
Following the law
The licensing act establishes four licensing objectives that are the foundations of licensing. These are:
- the prevention of crime and disorder
- public safety
- the prevention of public nuisance
- the protection of children from harm
It is important to note that all four objectives are as important as each other. In running your business it’s your responsibility to ensure that these four objectives are promoted. It is the licensing authority’s duty, along with the other responsible authorities, such as Police and the Environmental Health Department, to make sure that you do.