APLH Study Guide 2026
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📋 APLH Exam Format at a Glance
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✍️ Sample APLH Questions & Answers
1. What is the purpose of the premises licence 'summary' that must be displayed at licensed premises?
The premises licence summary must be displayed prominently — it confirms the premises is licensed, identifies the DPS, and allows the public and enforcement officers to verify the licence at a glance.
2. How long does a premises licence last under the Licensing Act 2003?
A premises licence under the 2003 Act has no expiry date — it continues indefinitely unless it is surrendered by the holder, suspended for non-payment of annual fee, or revoked following a review.
3. If a personal licence holder loses their licence document, what should they do?
A lost, stolen, or damaged personal licence can be replaced by applying to the issuing licensing authority for a copy — the underlying licence record remains valid and continues to exist even without the physical document.
4. Which of the following is a licensable activity requiring authorisation under the Licensing Act 2003?
The retail sale of alcohol is one of the four licensable activities defined under the Licensing Act 2003 and requires authorisation through a premises licence or other permission.
5. Under the Licensing Act 2003, who may apply for a personal licence?
Personal licence applicants must be aged 18 or over, hold a recognised licensing qualification (such as the APLH Award), and must declare any relevant convictions — relevant unspent convictions may lead to refusal.
6. Under the Licensing Act 2003, what is a 'minor variation' to a premises licence?
The minor variation process (s.41A) allows straightforward, low-risk changes to be made to a premises licence without the full consultation and hearing process required for a major variation.
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- gov.uk — Eligibility · verified Oct 2026
- biiab.co.uk — Exam format, passing score, test delivery · verified Oct 2026