LCQ Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012?

Accepted Answer

To regulate the sale, supply, and consumption of alcohol in New Zealand

Answer

The Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 exists to regulate the sale, supply, and consumption of alcohol in New Zealand with the aim of minimising harm caused by excessive or inappropriate consumption.

Question 2

Under the Act, what does the term 'on-licence' refer to?

Accepted Answer

A licence allowing alcohol to be consumed on the premises where it is sold

Answer

An on-licence permits the sale of alcohol for consumption on the licensed premises, such as a bar or restaurant.

Question 3

Which authority grants alcohol licences under the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012?

Accepted Answer

District Licensing Committees and the Alcohol Regulatory and Licensing Authority

Answer

District Licensing Committees (DLCs) grant licences at the local level, while the Alcohol Regulatory and Licensing Authority (ARLA) handles appeals and certain applications.

Question 4

What is the object of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 as stated in section 4?

Accepted Answer

That the sale, supply, and consumption of alcohol should be undertaken safely and responsibly

Answer

Section 4 of the Act states the object is that the sale, supply, and consumption of alcohol should be undertaken safely and responsibly, and the harm caused by its excessive or inappropriate consumption should be minimised.

Question 5

An off-licence allows alcohol to be consumed in which location?

Accepted Answer

Away from the premises where it is sold

Answer

An off-licence (such as a bottle store or supermarket) permits alcohol to be sold for consumption away from the licensed premises.

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LCQ Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012