APLH - Award for Personal Licence Holders Responsible Alcohol Sales Questions and Answers

Question 1

The Licensing Act 2003 is underpinned by four statutory licensing objectives. Which of the following is NOT one of these objectives?

Accepted Answer

The promotion of responsible drinking habits

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Public safety

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The prevention of public nuisance

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The protection of children from harm

Question 2

A customer who is slurring their words and is unsteady on their feet approaches the bar and attempts to order another drink. What is the legally required action for the personal licence holder to take?

Accepted Answer

Refuse to serve them any more alcohol.

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Serve them a single measure instead of a double to reduce intoxication.

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Offer them a glass of water and suggest they return in 30 minutes.

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Serve the drink but immediately inform the Designated Premises Supervisor.

Question 3

A licensed premises operates a 'Challenge 25' policy. Which statement best describes the legal principle behind adopting this policy?

Accepted Answer

It helps the business establish a 'due diligence' defence against a charge of selling alcohol to a person under 18.

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It is a mandatory condition on all premises licences issued after 2014.

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It legally prohibits anyone who looks under 25 from buying alcohol, even if they are over 18 without ID.

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It grants staff the legal authority to confiscate fraudulent identification.

Question 4

Which of the following is generally considered the most reliable group of documents for proving age when selling alcohol in the UK?

Accepted Answer

A valid passport, a photocard driving licence, or a card bearing the PASS hologram.

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A student union card with a photograph and a birth certificate.

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A credit card featuring a photograph of the holder.

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An expired passport presented alongside a recent utility bill.

Question 5

Which of the following drinks promotions would most likely be considered irresponsible and in breach of mandatory licensing conditions?

Accepted Answer

A 'beat the clock' challenge where customers are encouraged to drink as much as possible within a time limit.

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A 'happy hour' offering 25% off all drinks for a limited period.

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Offering a 'meal deal' which includes one standard-sized alcoholic drink.

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Selling a bottle of wine at a lower price than three large individual glasses.

Question 6

Under the Weights and Measures Act, when selling still wine by the glass, which of the following quantities is a legally required measure that must be made available to customers?

Accepted Answer

125ml

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150ml

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250ml

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175ml