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Licensing Sub-Committee Hearing – 4 February 2026
Part 1 – Public
Application for the grant of a Premises Licence: Ruislip Manor
Sports and Social Club, Grosvenor Vale, Ruislip, HA4 6JQ
Committee Licensing Sub-Committee
Officer Contact David Butler, Licensing
Papers with report Appendix 1 - Application for the grant of a new Premises
Licence
Appendix 2 - Proposed plans of the premises
Appendix 3 - Current Premises Licence
Appendix 4 - Current Club Premises Certificate
Appendix 5 - Representation from Metropolitan Police
Appendix 6 - Representation from the Licensing Authority
Appendix 7 - Map of the area
Ward name Ruislip Manor
1.0 SUMMARY
To consider an application, for the grant of a new Premises Licence, under The Licensing Act
2003, in respect of Ruislip Manor Sports and Social Club, Grosvenor Vale, Ruislip, HA4 6JQ.
The application has been made by Ruislip Manor Sports and Social Club Limited. The full
application can be found at Appendix 1,
This Application has attracted the following representations:
.
a) A representation from The Metropolitan Police acting as Responsible Authority under the Act
as seen in Appendix 5.
b) A representation from The Licensing acting as Responsible Authority under the Act as seen
at Appendix 6
2.0 RECOMMENDATION
That the Licensing Sub Committee consider the application for a new premises licence in
respect of Ruislip Manor Sports and Social Club, Grosvenor Vale, Ruislip, HA4 6JQ.
3.0 APPLICATION
3.1 Description of the premises
Ruislip Manor Sports & Social Club is a football clubhouse within the Wealdstone FC sports
ground at The Club House, Grosvenor Vale, Ruislip, HA4 6JQ, comprising a multi -room
building (including Main Hall/Function Room, Lounge, internal bars, cellar, kitchen and office)
set within a wider site that features turnstiles, spectator areas, a car park and service road.
The s ubmitted plans identify an external servery/outside bar with a defined patio/outdoor
seating area adjacent to the clubhouse, alongside the internal trading areas. The licensable
area is shown on the deposited plans, covering the clubhouse and specified external spaces
within the sports complex.
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3.2 Licensable Activities
The premises currently has a premises licence. The full licence can be seen at Appendix
3.
Current Activity Proposed for New
premises licence
Sale of alcohol
Consumption on the
premises only, save for the
external bar restricted by
condition 1, Annex 3 on
the current premises
Licence.
Indoor and Outdoor
Regulated entertainment
(provision of live music,
recorded and amplified
music and dance
performances, plays, films,
indoor sporting events)
Indoors Indoor and Outdoor
Late Night Refreshment Indoors Indoor and Outdoor
3.3 Current Licensable Hours and Opening Hours
Live Music
Recorded
Music
Performance
of Dance
Late Night
Refreshment
Sale of
Alcohol
Monday
23:00 –
23.30
23:00 –
23.30
23:00 –
23.30
10:00 –
23.00
Tuesday 23:00 –
23.30
23:00 –
23.30
23:00 –
23.30
10:00 –
23.00
Wednesday 23:00 –
23.30
23:00 –
23.30
23:00 –
23.30
10:00 –
23.00
Thursday 23:00 –
00.00
23:00 –
00.00
23:00 –
00.00
23:00 –
00.00
10:00 –
00.00
Friday 23:00 –
00.00
23:00 –
00.00
23:00 –
00.00 23:00 - 00:30 10:00 - 00:00
Saturday 23:00 –
00.00
23:00 –
00.00
23:00 –
00.00 23:00 - 00:00 10:00 - 00:00
Sunday 12:00 - 23:00
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Opening Hours of The Premises
Monday 08:30 - 00:00
Tuesday 08:30 - 00:00
Wednesday 08:30 - 00:00
Thursday 08:30 - 00:30
Friday 08:30 - 00:30
Saturday 08:30 - 00:30
Sunday 12:00 - 23:30
3.4 Club Premises Certificate
In addition, the premises has a Club Premises Certificate. This can be seen at Appendix 4.
3.5 Other licensed premises nearby
The nearest licensed premises is Ruislip Rugby Club, West End Road. Ruislip Manor. There
are several licensed premises on Victoria Road, and there are various restaurants and pubs
on Ruislip High Street. All licensed premises within the vicinity of Ruislip High Street and
Victoria Road are not comparable in their business operation to Ruislip Manor Sports and
Social Club.
4.0 CONSULTATION
4.1 Closing date for representations
7th January 2026
4.2 Public Notice published in local newspaper
17th December 2025 – West London Gazette.
5.0 REPRESENTATIONS
5.1 There have been representations from the Metropolitan Police and the Licensing Authority,
acting as Responsible Authorities under the Act
Responsible Authorities Ground for Representation Appendix
Metropolitan Police
Service
Prevention of Crime and
Disorder
Appendix 5
Licensing Authority
Prevention of Crime and
Disorder
Prevention of Public Nuisance
Appendix 6
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5.2 There have been no representations received from ward councillors or any Interested parties.
6.0 BACKGROUND INFORMATION
6.1 Designated Premises Supervisor
The current Designated Premises Supervisor is Ms Sarah Gowdy who holds a valid Personal
Licence granted by Three Rivers District Council.
6.2 Proposed Operating Schedule conditions
Plays, Films, indoor Sporting Events, Live Music, Recorded Music, Performance of
Dance or anything of a similar description.
Monday to Wednesday 08:30 to 23:30
Thursday to Saturday 08:30 to 00:00
Sunday 12:00 to 23:00
Late Night Refreshment
Monday to Saturday 23:00 to 00:30
Sale of Alcohol
Monday to Wednesday 10:00 to 23:00
Thursday to Saturday 10:00 to 00:00
Sunday 12:00 to 23:00
Additional
Any Sunday preceding a Bank Holiday, Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve, Good Friday, St
George's Day, St David's Day, St Patrick's Day, Halloween, St Andrew's Day,
Bonfire Night, and St Valentine's Day. - All Licensable Activities fr om 0830 to 0200 the
following day.
On any day when a match and/or event is scheduled at Wembley Stadium all Licensable
activities are extended by 4.5 hours before the scheduled start of the match/event, and finish
of 6 hours after the end of the match/event.
1. In relation to the sale of alcohol, the premises will adopt a Challenge 25 Policy whereby any
person
who appears to be 25 years of age or under will be asked to provide identification to prove
that they are in fact over 18. The only acceptable forms of identification are a passport, a
photo-style driving licence, a Pass logo ID Card, or a Military ID card (MOD90).
The licence holder shall maintain and regularly review a written risk assessment, specific to
the premises and its style of operation, to determine whether polycarbonate vessels or other
suitable non -glass alternatives are required in whole or in part of the premises. The risk
assessment shall consider incident data, the nature of events, customer profile, and any
relevant police or licensi ng authority advice. Where the risk assessment identifies that
polycarbonate or other suitable non -glass alternatives are appropriate to promote the
licensing objectives, they shall be used accordingly. The risk assessment shall be reviewed
following any i ncident involving glass and shall be made available to an Officer of the
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Metropolitan Police or an Authorised Officer of the London Borough of Hillingdon (as defined
by Section 13 of the Licensing Act 2003) upon request.
2. All Areas where alcohol is served shall be monitored by SIA security staff or an appropriate
member of staff (Such as a Steward).
3. The number of SIA security staff and/or stewards to be calculated by a risk assessment for
each event/match.
4. All areas where alcohol is served or consumed shall have clear signage reminding customers
that no alcohol shall be consumed within sight of the pitch or signage such as "no alcohol
beyond this point" (for designated football matches).
5 Signage shall be displayed in relevant areas advising supporters/visitors that failure to comply
with or directions or signage may result in ejection.
6 A Logbook or other system will be kept at the premises, and ALL ejections will be recorded
when licensable activity is being carried out and details made available to an officer of the
Metropolitan Police, an authorised officer of the London Borough of Hillingdon, or an
authorised officer of the Football Association (FA).
7. A telephone number shall be made available to be used by residents in relation to any
complaint of noise resulting from the premises. The premises licence holder shall ensure
that all complaints made by residents, and any action taken, are recorded within the
incident log.
8. During major Wembley Stadium event days, the DPS or relevant duty manager shall work
in partnership with the Police and if necessary, comply with any direction given by a senior
Police Officer.
9. The premises licence holder will ensure that all staff are trained commensurate with their
roles at the premises including:
a. The Licensing Act 2003, responsibilities in supporting the four key objectives.
b. Crime Scene Preservation
c. Welfare and Vulnerability Engagement (WAVE) training
d. Ask for Angela
10. During the period of a designated sporting event at a designated sports ground, intoxicating
liquor shall not be sold in the area of the ground except by retail sale.
11. Notices shall be prominently displayed:
a. at all exits requesting patrons to respect the needs of local residents and leave the
area quietly.
b. advising customers that CCTV is operating at the premises.
c. at the entrance and exits stating that the premises has a zero tolerance towards drugs
and weapons, and if anyone is found in possession of the police will be called.
d. within the premises warning of potential criminal activity such as theft that may target
customers shall be displayed.
e. advising customers that the premises operates a Challenge 25 proof of age scheme.
f. for "ask for Angela”
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12. At the end of trading, a member of staff shall carry out a litter -pick of Grosvenor Vale, from
the premises frontage to the corner of Cranley Drive, removing any litter reasonably
attributable to customers leaving the premises.
6.3 A Map of the area can be seen at Appendix 7.
7.0 OFFICER'S OBSERVATIONS
7.1 The site currently operates under both a Premises Licence and a Club Premises Certificate
The new application broadly mirrors established hours but introduces additional flexibility
(e.g., named dates to 02:00 and a Wembley Stadium event extension). The applicant has yet
to clarify when they would operate under the Club Premises Certificate (members and bona
fide guests) versus a Premises Licence (public events), and whether the existing Premises
Licence would be surrendered or retained to avoid overlap and permission‑shopping.
7.2 The current Premises Licence contains detailed, prescriptive controls for the external
bar/patio (e.g., restricted external bar hours, polycarbonate only, CCTV coverage with
retention, trained operator on duty, noise management p olicy, patio‑only consumption, and
stewarding). The new application frames control more generally. To maintain continuity and
enforceability, especially on match days, consideration may wish to be given to align the
current external‑area safeguards into any new licence.
7.3 The current Premises Licence requires internal and external CCTV with 31 ‑day retention, a
conversant operator on site, and no sales from a bar if the covering CCTV is inoperable, plus
incident/refusals logs. The new application proposes broader measures (e.g., WAVE/Ask for
Angela, Challenge 25). Consideration may be given as to whether carrying forward the
detailed CCTV/logging provisions and setting minimum SIA stewarding for defined risk
periods.
7.4 In relation to the two representations received, the Metropolitan Police have lodged a holding
representation focused on crime and disorder risks, specifically the management of outdoor
licensable activities the scope of extended/non -standard hours (notably the proposed
Wembley event extensions), the breadth of the licensable area, the adequacy and precision
of conditions, and cap acity controls; they note ongoing engagement with the applicant to
agree changes. The Licensing Authority seeks tighter, specific safeguards:
installation/coverage of CCTV with 31 -day retention and immediate access to footage, a
competent operator on site, a more detailed incident log, an expectation of DPS/PLH
presence when trading, and clarity over the pop -up/marquee bar; it also raises public
nuisance concerns about late outdoor regulated entertainment, 02:00 non -standard timings
and the Wembley extensio n (which could push activity as late as 04:30), and highlights
omissions on dispersal, smoking areas, deliveries, and bottle/waste handling. The Authority
asks to reduce outdoor hours, non -standard/seasonal timings, narrow the red -line plan and
clarify what will happen to the existing premises licence and club premises certificate if a new
licence is granted; the applicant has indicated willingness to moderate some points (e.g.,
withdraw outdoor entertainment, reduce seasonal timings, limit Wembley scope).
7.5 The applicant has proceeded by way of a new premises licence (s.17) rather than a full
variation (s.34) on the basis that the proposals amount to a substantial change from the
existing authorisation. The Section 182 Guidance explains that variations a re for “other
changes” to a licence, but a s.34 application cannot be used where the effect would be to
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vary substantially the premises to which the licence relates; in such cases a new application
should be made (paras 8.74–8.77).
8.0 Relevant sections of s.182 Guidance
8.1 Where representations are made
At paragraph 9.3 it states that “Where a representation concerning the licensing objectives
is made by a responsible authority about a proposed operating schedule and it is relevant
(see paragraphs 9.4 to 9.10), the licensing authority’s discretion will be engaged. It will also
be engaged if another person makes relevant representations to the licensing authority,
which are also not frivolous or vexatious (see paragraphs 9.4 to 9.10). Relevant
representations can be made in opposition to or in support of, an application and can be
made by any individual, body or business that has grounds to do so.”
8.2 Relevant, vexatious and frivolous representations
At paragraph 9.4 it states that “A representation is “relevant” if it relates to the likely effect of
the grant of the licence on the promotion of at least one of the licensing objectives. For
example, a representation from a local businessperson about the commercial damage
caused by competition from new licensed premises would not be relevant. On the other hand,
a representation by a businessperson that nuisance caused by new premises would deter
customers from entering the local area, and the steps proposed by the applicant to prevent
that nuisance were inadequate, would be relevant. In other words, representations should
relate to the impact of licensable activities carried on from premises on the objectives. For
representations in relation to variations to be relevant, they should be confined to the subject
matter of the variation. There is no requirement for a responsible authority or other person to
produce a recorded history of problems at premises to support their representations, and in
fact this would not be possible for new premises.”
At paragraph 9.9 it states that “It is recommended that, in borderline cases, the benefit of
the doubt about any aspect of a representation should be given to the person making the
representation. The subsequent hearing would then provide an opportunity for the person or
body making the representation to amplify and clarify it.”
8.3 Determining actions that are appropriate for the promotion of the licensing objectives
At paragraph 9.42 it states that "Licensing authorities are best placed to dete rmine what
actions are appropriate for the promotion of the licensing objectives in their areas.
All licensing determinations should be considered on a case-by-case basis. They should take
into account any representations or objections that h ave been received from responsible
authorities or other persons, and representations made by the applicant or premises user as
the case may be".
At paragraph 9.43 it states that "The authority’s determination should be evidence -based,
justified as being appropriate for the promotion of the licensing objectives and proportionate
to what it is intended to achieve".
At paragraph 9.44 it states that "Determination of whether an action or step is appropriate
for the promotion of the licensing object ives requires an assessment of what action or
step would be suitable to achieve that end. While this does not therefore require a licensing
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authority to decide that no lesser step will achieve the aim, the authority should aim to
consider the potential burden that the condition would impose on the premises licence holder
(such as the financial burden due to restrictions on licensable activities) as well as the
potential benefit in terms of the promotion of the licensing objectives.
However, the Revised Guidance issued under section 182 of the Licensing Act 2003 informs
that it is imperative that the authority ensures that the factors which form the basis of its
determination are limited to consideration of the promotion of the objectives and nothing
outside those parameters. As with the consideration of licence variations, the licensing
authority should consider wider issues such as other conditions already in place to mitigate
potential negative impact on the promotion of the licensing objectives and the track record of
the business.
Further advice on determining what is appropriate when imposing conditions on a licence or
certificate is provided in Chapter 10. The licensing authority is expected to come to its
determination based on an assessment of the evidence on both the risks and benefits either
for or against making the determination".
8.4 Proportionality
At paragraph 10.2 it states, “Conditions include any limitations or restrictions attached to a
licence or certificate and essentially are the steps or actions that the holder of the premises
licence or the club premises certificate will be required to take or refrain from taking in relation
to the carrying on of licensable activities at the premises in question.
Failure to comply with any condition attached to a licence or certificate is a criminal offence,
which on conviction is punishable by an unlimited fine or up to six months’ imprisonment. The
courts have made clear that it is particularly important that conditions which are imprecise or
difficult for a licence holder to observe should be avoided.”
At paragraph 10.8 it states, “The licensing authority may not impose any conditions unless
its discretion has been exercised following receipt of relevant representations and it is
satisfied as a result of a hearing (unless all parties agree a hearing is not necessary) that it
is appropriate to impose conditions to promote one or more of the four licensing objectives.
In order to promote the crime prevention licensing objective conditions may be included that
are aimed at preventing illegal working in licensed premises. This provision also applies to
minor variations.”
At paragraph 10.9 It is possible that in some cases no additional conditions will be
appropriate to promote the licensing objectives.
At paragraph 10.10 it states that "The 2003 Act requires that licensing conditions should be
tailored to the size, type, location and characteristics and activities taking place at the
premises concerned. Conditions should be determined on a case -by-case basis and
standardised conditions which ignore these individual aspects should be avoided.
For example, conditions shoul d not be used to implement a general policy in a given area
such as the use of CCTV, polycarbonate drinking vessels or identity scanners where they
would not be appropriate to the specific premises. Conditions that are considered appropriate
for the preven tion of illegal working in premises licensed to sell alcohol or late -night
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refreshment might include requiring a premises licence holder to undertake right to work
checks on all staff employed at the licensed premises or requiring that a copy of any
document checked as part of a right to work check, either physical or digital (e.g. copy of any
document checked or a clear copy of the online right to work check) is retained at the licensed
premises. Licensing authorities and other responsible authorities shou ld be alive to the
indirect costs that can arise because of conditions.
These could be a deterrent to holding events that are valuable to the community or for the
funding of good and important causes. Licensing authorities should therefore ensure that any
conditions they impose are only those which are appropriate for the promotion of the licensing
objectives".
8.5 Hours of Trading
At paragraph 10.13 it states "The Government acknowledges that different licensing
strategies may be appropriate for the promotion of the licensing objectives in different areas.
The 2003 Act gives the licensing authority power to make decisions about the hours during
which premises can conduct licensable activities as part of the implementation of its licensing
policy statement.
Licensing authorities are best placed to make decisions about appropriate opening hours in
their areas based on their local knowledge and in consu ltation with responsible authorities.
However, licensing authorities must always consider each application and must not impose
predetermined licensed opening hours, without giving individual consideration to the merits
of each application”.
8.6 Licensing Hours
At paragraph 14.51 With regard to licensing hours, the Government acknowledges that
different licensing approaches may be appropriate for the promotion of the licensing
objectives in different areas. The 2003 Act gives the licensing author ity power to make
decisions regarding licensed opening hours as part of the implementation of its licensing
policy statement and licensing authorities are best placed to make such decisions based on
their local knowledge and in consultation with other resp onsible authorities. However,
licensing authorities must always consider each application and must not impose
predetermined licensed opening hours, without giving individual consideration to the merits
of each application.
At paragraph 14.52 Statements of licensing policy should set out the licensing authority’s
approach regarding licensed opening hours and the strategy it considers appropriate for the
promotion of the licensing objectives in its area. The statement of licensing policy should
emphasise the consideration which will be given to the individual merits of an application.
The Government recognises that licensed premises make an important contribution to our
local communities and has given councils a range of tools to effectively manage the different
pressures that licensed premises can bring. In determining appropriate strategies around
licensed opening hours, licensing authorities cannot seek to restrict the activities of licensed
premises where it is not appropriate for the promotion of the licensing objectives to do so.
8.7 The Need for Licenced Premises
At paragraph 14.19 There can be confusion about the difference between the “need” for
premises and the “cumulative impact” of premises on the licensing objectives, for example,
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on crime and disorder. “Need” concerns the commercial demand for another pub or
restaurant or hotel and is a matter for the planning authority and for the market. This is not a
matter for a licensing authority in discharging its licensing functions or for i ts statement of
licensing policy.
At paragraph 1.18 When making licensing decisions, all licensing authorities should consider
the need to promote growth and deliver economic benefits.
8.9 Full Variation Process
At paragraph 8.74 Any other changes to the licence or certificate require an application to
vary under sections 34 or 84 of the 2003 Act.
At paragraph 8.75 Licensing authorities may wish to consider whether there is any likely
impact on the promotion of the licensing objectives in deciding whether there is a need for an
application to vary in relation to features which are not required to be shown on the plan under
section 17 of the 2003 Act, but have nevertheless been included, for example, moveable
furniture (altering the position of tables and chairs) or beer gardens (installation of a smoking
shelter that will not affect the use of exits or escape routes).
At paragraph 8.76 However, it should be noted that a section 34 application cannot be used
to vary a licence so as to:
extend a time limited licence; vary substantially the premises to which the licence relates;
transfer the licence from one holder to another; or
transfer the licence from one premises to another.
At paragraph 8.77 If an applicant wishes to make these types of changes to the premises
licence, the applicant should make a new premises licence application under section 17 of
the 2003 Act; or, to transfer the licence to another holder, an application under section 42 of
the 2003 Act.
9.0 RELEVANT SECTIONS OF HILLINGDON’S LICENSING POLICY
9.1 Licensing Objectives – The Prevention of Crime and Disorder
At paragraph 10.1 Licensed premises, especially those offering late night/early morning
entertainment, alcohol and refreshment, can be a source of crime and disorder. The
Licensing Authority will expect operating schedules to satisfactorily address these issues
from the design of the premises through to the daily operation of the business. Applicants are
recommended to seek advice from the Police Licensing Officer and Licensing Authority
Officers prior to making any application as early advice can alleviate representations being
made once an application is submitted.
At paragraph 10.3 Where a number of premises may be in close proximity it may be difficult
to attribute the disorder to patrons of particular premises, however there is a duty on Premises
Licence Holders or Clu b Management Committees to act responsibly to ensure their own
customers do not contribute to crime and disorder whilst in their premises and in the vicinity
of their premises.
At paragraph 10.6 Applications referred to the Licensing Sub -Committee where r elevant
representations have been received will be determined on the individual merit of each case.
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The Licensing Sub-Committee has the power to impose specific conditions when considered
appropriate in respect of the Crime and Disorder objective.
9.2 Licensing Objectives – Public Safety
At paragraph 11.5 Applications referred to the Licensing Sub-Committee will be determined
on the individual merit of each case. The Licensing Sub-Committee have the power to impose
specific conditions when considered necessary in respect of the Public Safety objective.
9.3 Licensing Objectives – The Prevention of Public Nuisance
At paragraph 12.1 Licensing Sub Committees will be mindful that licensed premises,
especially those operating late at night and in the early hours of the morning, can cause a
range of nuisances impacting on people living, working or sleeping in the vicinity of the
premises. When addressing public nuisance the applicant should identify any particular
issues that are likely to affect a dversely the promotion of the licensing objective to prevent
public nuisance. They should then include in the operating schedule how they will deal with
those matters. The concerns mainly relate to noise nuisance from within the premises or from
the use of any outside areas, light pollution, smoke and noxious smells. This may also include
patrons outside a premises and the dispersal of customers. Due regard will be given to the
impact these may have and the Licensing Authority will expect operating schedule s to
satisfactorily address these issues.
At paragraph 12.7 Applications referred to the Licensing Sub-Committee will be determined
on the individual merit of each case. The Licensing Sub-Committee have the power to impose
specific conditions when conside red necessary in respect of the Prevention of Public
Nuisance objective.
9.4 Licensing Objectives – The Protection of Children from Harm
At paragraph 13.7 Applications referred to the Licensing Sub-Committee will be determined
on the individual merit of each case. The Licensing Sub-Committee have the power to impose
specific conditions when considered necessary in respect of the Protection of Children from
Harm objective.
9.5 Representations
At paragraph 17.2 Representations can be made to the Council, as Licensing Authority, by
a ‘Responsible Authority’ or by ‘Interested Parties’ which include individuals such as residents
or bodies such as a residen t’s association, trade associations and other businesses
operating. Representations can be made concerning:
Applications for new premises licences or club premises certificates
Applications to vary premises licences or club premises certificates
Personal licence applications on criminal grounds (only by the Police)
At paragraph 17.9 The Licensing Act 2003 also permits Elected Members to make
representations on their own behalf as well as on behalf of their constituents. Members of the
public who are ma king representations may also request that their Ward Councillor speaks
on their behalf at public hearings to determine applications.
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At paragraph 17.11 Written representations include letters and emails. Representations
received after the end of the publ ic consultation period cannot legally be accepted and will
not be considered by the Licensing Authority.
At paragraph 17.12 Representations must contain;
a) The name, full address & post code, of the person making them;
b) The reasons for their representation;
c) Which of the four Licensing Objectives the representation relates to i.e. Crime and disorder;
Public Nuisance; Public safety; Protection of children from harm.
At paragraph 17.15 All valid representations will form part of a committee report that will
become a public document. It will be given to the applicant, their agent, responsible
authorities, other persons making representations and any other party requesting a copy as
well as the Licensing Sub -committee 10 working days prior to the hearing. Anonymous
representations will not be accepted.
9.6 Licensing Hours
At paragraph 25.1 Prior to the introduction of the Licensing Act 2003, it was believed that
fixed and artificially early closing times (established under the Licensing Act 1964) were one
of the key causes of rapid binge drinking prior to closing times and one of the causes of
disorder and disturbance when large number of customers were required to leave the
premises simultaneously.
At paragraph 25.2 The aim through promotion of the licensing objectives should be to reduce
the potential for concentrations and achieve a slower dispersal of people from licensed
premises through flexible opening times.
At paragraph 25.3 Arbitrary restrictions that would undermine the principle of flexibility will
therefore be avoided. The four licensing objectives will be paramount at all times and the
Council will always consider the individual merits of each case.
At paragraph 25.4 In accordance with guidance there is no fixed restriction on terminal hours
for any particular areas of the borough. Such a restriction could cause the migration of patrons
from one area to another and create the circumstances that the legislation is attempting to
avoid. Each application will be dealt with on its merits. It is for the applicants to detail in their
Operating Schedule exactly what times they intend to open and close the premises and what
measures they will take to ensure that they do not cause nuisance or disturbance to their
neighbours in the vicinity. The later the terminal hour applied for, the greater will be the need
to address the issues of disturbance and nuisance.
9.7 Licence Conditions
At paragraph 20.1 Conditions on premises licences and club certificates are determined by:
The measures put forward on the Operating Schedule
Mandatory conditions within the Act (current list included as Appendix G)
Measures decided at a hearing by the Licensing Sub Committee
At paragraph 20.2 Conditions attached to licences by the Licensing Authority that have been
proposed by the applicant in their operating schedule should be consistent with the steps set
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out in the operating schedule. This means that the effect of these conditions should be
substantially the same as that intended by the terms of the operating schedule.
At paragraph 20.3 Any conditions attached to licences following relevant representations will
focus on matters within the control of the Premises Licence Holder or Club Management
Committees. They will address matters which have a direct impact on those living, working or
engaged in normal activities in the vicinity, as well as patrons of the licensed premises.
They will not be used as a means of attempting to attach responsibility to Premises Licence
Holders or Club Management Committees for matters outside their reasona ble control, such
as anti -social behaviour once away from the premises or licensable activity. Conditions
imposed by the Licensing Authority shall be appropriate, reasonable, and proportionate and
should be determined on a case-by-case basis.
At paragraph 20.4 The Licensing Authority will not impose standard conditions upon every
licence issued, however it may have regard to model conditions produced by the Government
and/or the Institute of Licensing and it may choose to impose these in approp riate
circumstances.
10.0 LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS
10.1 When considering an application for a grant of a new Premises Licence, the Sub-Committee
shall carry out its functions with a view to taking steps it considers appropriate for promoting
the licensing objectives. The licensing objectives are:
Prevention of crime and disorder
Public Safety
Prevention of public nuisance
Protection of children from harm
10.2 Members should note that each objective is of equal importance. There are no other licencing
objectives, and the four objectives are paramount considerations at all times.
An application for a new premises licence may be made pursuant to s.16 and s.17 of the Act,
and with regard to the Licensing Act 2003 (Premises licences and club premises certificates)
Regulations 2005/42 and the licensing Act 2003 (Fees) Regulations 2005/79.
10.3 The Sub-Committee must ensure that all licensing decisions:
Have a direct relationship to the promotion of one or more of the four licensing objectives
Have regard to the Council's statement of licensing policy
Have regard to the Secretary of State guidance
Must not be subject to a blanket policy to the extent that it is applied so rigidly that an exercise
of discretion in each individual case is precluded
10.4 Where relevant representations are made, the Licensing Authority must hold a hearing to
determine the application, unless all are agreed that such a hearing is unnecessary s.18(3)(a)
Licencing Act 2003.
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10.5 Relevant representations are those that relate to the effect of the granting of the application
on the promotion of the licensing objectives made by an interested party or responsible authority
that have not been withdrawn and are not, in the opinion of the relevant licencing authority,
frivolous or vexatious s.18(7) Licensing Act 2003.
10.6 The Sub-Committee can only consider matters within the application that have been raised
through representations fr om interested parties and responsible authorities. Interested parties
must live within the vicinity of the premises. All applications will be decided on a case -by-case
basis.
10.7 Following a hearing, the Sub -Committee must consider all relevant representatio ns, and
having taken into account the promotion of the licensing objectives, under s.18(3(b) and (4)
Licensing Act 2003, a decision can be taken: -
i. To grant the licence, subject to the mandatory conditions and conditions consistent with
the operating schedule;
ii. To impose additional relevant conditions to such an extent as is considered necessary for
the promotion of the licensing objectives;
iii. To exclude any of the licensable activities to which the application relates;
iv. To amend the times for all or some of the licensable activities;
v. To refuse to specify a person in the licence as the premises supervisor;
vi. To reject the application.
10.8 Conditions will not be necessary if they duplicate a current statutory requirement. The
licencing Authority may therefore only impose such conditions that are necessary to promote
the licensing objectives arising out of the consideration of the representations.
10.9 If the Sub-Committee determines that it is necessary to modify the conditions, or to refuse
the application for a Premises Licence application, it must give reasons for its decision.
10.10 The Council in its capacity as Licensing Authority has a duty to have regard to its public
sector equality duty under s.149 of the Equality Act 2010. In summary s.149 provides that
a Public Authority must, in the exercise of its functions, have due regard to the need to:
i. Eliminate discrimination harassment, victimisation and any other conduct that is prohibited
by or under this Act;
ii. Advance equality of opportunity between persons who share a relevant protected
characteristic and persons who do not share it; and
iii. Foster good relations between persons who share relevant protected characteristics and
persons who do not.
10.11 Section 149(7) of the Equality Act 2010 defines nine relevant protected characteristics
these are:
i. age
ii. gender reassignment
iii. being married or in a civil partnership
iv. being pregnant or on maternity leave
v. disability
vi. race including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin
vii. religion or belief
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viii. sex
ix. sexual orientation
10.12 Officers ha ve provided the Sub -Committee with recommendations related to this
application. Subject to the above-mentioned factors having been properly considered, the
Sub-Committee may depart from the recommendations if there are good reasons for doing
so. The Sub-Committee is advised that such departures could give rise to an appeal or
judicial review.
10.13 Interested parties, Responsible Authorities and the Applicant have the right to appeal the
decision of the Licensing Sub -Committee to the Magistrates’ Court within a period of 21 days
beginning with the day on which the applicant was notified by the Licensing Authority of the
decision to be appealed against.
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