SIA Door Licensing Law (Licensing Act 2003) 4

Question 1

What is a 'licence review' under the Licensing Act 2003 and when might it be triggered?

Accepted Answer

A formal process where the licensing authority reconsiders a licence after problems arise, such as crime or disorder

Answer

A licence review is triggered when a responsible authority or interested party believes the licensing objectives are not being met; the licensing authority may add conditions, reduce hours or revoke the licence.

Question 2

Which responsible authority has the power to issue a closure notice to premises involved in disorder?

Accepted Answer

The police

Answer

Police can issue a closure notice to premises associated with disorder or nuisance under the Anti-social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014, pending a court-ordered closure order.

Question 3

What is the legal position on selling alcohol to a person who is buying on behalf of someone underage (proxy purchase)?

Accepted Answer

It is an offence under the Licensing Act 2003 to knowingly supply alcohol for someone underage

Answer

Knowingly supplying alcohol for delivery to a person under 18 (proxy purchase) is an offence under Section 149 of the Licensing Act 2003.

Question 4

Under the Licensing Act 2003, what is the penalty for selling alcohol to a person under 18?

Accepted Answer

A fine up to level 5 on the standard scale (unlimited since 2015)

Answer

Selling alcohol to a person under 18 is a summary offence with a fine up to the legal maximum; persistent underage sales can also lead to licence review and revocation.

Question 5

What does 'irresponsible drinks promotions' mean under the Licensing Act 2003 guidance?

Accepted Answer

Promotions that encourage excessive consumption or target vulnerable groups, which are prohibited under licence conditions

Answer

The Licensing Act guidance prohibits promotions that encourage rapid or excessive consumption, offer unlimited alcohol for a fixed price or specifically target intoxicated persons.

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SIA Door Licensing Law (Licensing Act 2003) 4