Licensing law
If you are operating a business which provides entertainment or serves hot food and drinks within regulated hours, the Licensing Act 2003 requires you to have a premises licence. Depending upon the nature of your business, licensing law will prescribe the opening hours in which you are permitted to operate your business and it is important that you are aware of your obligations to avoid falling foul of the legislation.
Licensing authorities are now permitted to review licences at any time if they have received complaints. Since the Licensing Act of 2003 has come into force, the review of licences has increased. If your licence is being reviewed this could potentially lead to a penalty or even revocation.
Our team understands that a premises licence can often be a valued asset in a business. We will advise you on recent changes to the law and will ensure that you are appraised as to how the changes will affect your obligations as a business owner.
Saracens can also advise individuals on their licensing obligations for private mini-cab drivers. There are a number of requirements imposed on individuals before a personal licence will be issued by the London Public Carriage Office. If you require advice on a personal licensing issue, please feel free to contact us.
Our licensing solicitors work closely with our commercial property and corporate departments to advise on licensing issues relating to the acquisition / disposal of businesses. If you are acquiring licensed premises, you will need to either make a fresh application for a licence or apply to have the existing licence transferred to you. Whatever your needs, the team at Saracens offers a service tailored to your specific business needs.
Call us now to discuss your licensing issues.
