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  1. What is a 'premises licence' under the Licensing Act 2003?

    Answer: A licence authorising the use of specific premises for licensable activities

    A premises licence authorises specific premises to carry out licensable activities such as the sale of alcohol, regulated entertainment, and the provision of late night refreshment.

  2. What is a 'Temporary Event Notice' (TEN)?

    Answer: A notice given to the licensing authority for a temporary licensable activity

    A TEN is a notice given to the local licensing authority that permits temporary licensable activities (such as selling alcohol) at premises that do not hold a premises licence, or for activities not covered by an existing licence.

  3. Who has the power to review a premises licence?

    Answer: The licensing authority, following an application from a responsible authority or interested party

    The licensing authority can review a premises licence following an application from a responsible authority (police, fire service, etc.) or an interested party (local residents, businesses). This can result in conditions being added or the licence being revoked.

  4. What is the penalty for a door supervisor working without a valid SIA licence?

    Answer: A fine and/or up to 6 months imprisonment

    Under the Private Security Industry Act 2001, it is a criminal offence to work as a door supervisor without a valid SIA licence, punishable by a fine and/or up to 6 months imprisonment.

  5. What does 'due diligence' mean in the context of licensing law?

    Answer: Taking all reasonable steps and exercising all due care to prevent offences being committed

    Due diligence is a defence available to licence holders showing they took all reasonable steps to prevent an offence (e.g., serving underage customers). It requires evidence of policies, training, and consistent enforcement.

  6. What is a 'closure order' in relation to licensed premises?

    Answer: An order issued by the police or magistrates to close premises associated with disorder or nuisance

    A closure order can be issued by the police or magistrates' court to close premises that are associated with disorder, nuisance, or the use of drugs. It can last up to 48 hours initially.