Host Responsibility and Advertising Flashcards
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Under NZ law, can a licensed premises advertise alcohol prices at the entrance to attract passing trade?
Answer: Only if the advertising does not amount to an irresponsible promotion — e.g. extreme discounts or 'drink all you can' promotions are prohibited
Price advertising at the entrance is permitted as long as it does not amount to an irresponsible promotion — for example, advertising drinks at extreme discounts or framing the advertising in a way that encourages rapid or excessive consumption.
Under NZ law, what is the obligation on licensed premises regarding host responsibility training for staff?
Answer: While only managers must hold the LCQ, licensees are expected to ensure all staff who sell alcohol have appropriate responsible service training
While there is no statutory requirement for all staff to hold the LCQ, the Act and host responsibility principles require that all staff involved in selling alcohol have appropriate training in responsible service. Many operators provide in-house or industry-standard training.
Under NZ law, what is the legal effect of a 'host responsibility policy' formally adopted by a licensed premises?
Answer: A formal policy demonstrates the licensee's commitment to responsible service and can be used as evidence of good faith in any DLC hearing or compliance investigation
While a host responsibility policy is not itself a legal requirement, having a formal written policy demonstrates the licensee's commitment to responsible service. In any compliance investigation or licence renewal, it can be presented as evidence of a proactive approach to harm minimisation.
Under NZ law, can a licensed premises advertise alcohol in a way that associates it with sexual success or social superiority?
Answer: No — the Alcohol Advertising and Promotions Code prohibits advertising that links alcohol consumption with sexual success, social popularity, or superiority
The Alcohol Advertising and Promotions Code prohibits advertising that links alcohol consumption with sexual success, social superiority, or implies it will make people more attractive or popular.
In NZ, what is the role of the Industry Association 'Hospitality New Zealand' in the host responsibility framework?
Answer: Hospitality NZ develops best practice guidance, training programmes, and industry standards to support licensees in meeting their host responsibility obligations
Hospitality New Zealand is the peak industry body that develops best practice guidance, training materials, and standards to help licensees and managers meet and exceed their legal host responsibility obligations.
Under NZ law, can a licensed premises use social media to promote a 'drink and win' competition where alcohol consumption is the competition?
Answer: No — such a promotion would likely breach the prohibition on irresponsible promotions regardless of the medium used
A 'drink and win' competition where winning is based on the amount or speed of alcohol consumed would be an irresponsible promotion under the Act and the ASA Code, regardless of whether it is promoted on social media.