Since the introduction of the new Licensing Act in August 2005, all premises where alcohol is supplied, entertainment is provided or hot food is sold after 11pm, must obtain a Premises Licence. In addition, the person managing the premises now requires a Personal Licence and a Designated Premises Supervisor must be named.

Under the new Act it has become increasingly important to consider the measures you will take to promote the licensing objectives, which are centred on public order and the prevention of crime. Private individuals, local businesses and authorities such as the Police now have the right to object to a Premises Licence, which could lead to your licence being revoked. They can also object to a new licence being granted in the first place.

Adams has extensive experience working with the hospitality sector, and can advise and assist in all aspects of obtaining a liquor license for your business. If there are objections to a new or existing license, we have a team of legal specialists who will prepare an effective response and represent you at the hearing.

In brief, our services include the following areas:

  Applications for Premises and Personal licences
  Regulated entertainment
  Promoting the licensing objectives
  Application for Temporary Event Notice (TEN)
  Regulated entertainment
  Applications for new premises
  Operating schedules
  Varying a licence/DPS
  Reviewing a Premises Licence
  Representation at hearings 

If you would like general information on liquor licensing and the key terms, we would advise you to visit the website of the Department of Media, Culture and Sport which provides excellent and comprehensive information (www.culture.gov.uk)