SIA Door Licensing Law (Licensing Act 2003) 3

Question 1

What must happen to the DPS status of premises when the current DPS leaves their role?

Accepted Answer

A new DPS must be designated within 2 months or alcohol sales must cease

Answer

If the DPS leaves, the premises must designate a new DPS promptly; the licence holder can continue operating briefly but cannot sell alcohol without a named DPS in place.

Question 2

Under the Licensing Act 2003, which licensable activity requires a licence or TEN?

Accepted Answer

Regulated entertainment and the retail sale of alcohol

Answer

Licensable activities include the retail sale of alcohol, regulated entertainment (live music, dancing, films) and late-night refreshment; they all require authorisation under the Act.

Question 3

What is 'due diligence' in the context of age verification on licensed premises?

Accepted Answer

Taking all reasonable steps to verify age, such as using a recognised Challenge 25 scheme

Answer

Due diligence requires active steps to prevent underage sales; using Challenge 25 and accepted forms of ID (passport, driving licence, PASS card) demonstrates a reasonable precaution defence.

Question 4

Which form of ID is specifically recognised under the PASS scheme for age verification?

Accepted Answer

PASS-holographic cards such as CitizenCard

Answer

The PASS (Proof of Age Standards Scheme) accredits specific age-verification cards bearing the PASS hologram; these are widely accepted as valid proof of age in licensed venues.

Question 5

What is the 'late-night levy' and who does it affect?

Accepted Answer

A charge on premises licensed to sell alcohol after midnight, contributing to policing costs

Answer

The late-night levy allows local authorities to charge premises licensed for late-night alcohol sales to help fund policing and other costs associated with late-night economy management.

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SIA Door Licensing Law (Licensing Act 2003) 3