Frequently Asked Questions: Licences and street trading
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Licences and street trading FAQs
Q: Licensing Act 2003 – Guidance For Schools - Do you need a Licence?
Q: Licensing Act 2003 – Guidance For Schools - Are there any exemptions?
Q: Licensing Act 2003 – Guidance For Schools - How do I make an application?
Q: Licensing Act 2003 – Guidance For Schools - How much does the application cost?
Q: Licensing Act 2003 - Premise and Personal Licensing - What will the Act Deliver?
Q: Licensing Act 2003 - Premise and Personal Licensing - Do I need a licence?
Q: Licensing Act 2003 - Premise and Personal Licensing - When does the Act come into force?
In the context of premises selling alcohol under the old licensing regime, research showed that crime and disorder was worst at 'chucking out time' when, following a race to drink in excess just prior to last orders, everyone was forced out of pubs and clubs at the same time. This produced conflict and heavy pressure on police resources to keep control. The Government believes that flexible opening hours will mean a more dispersed departure of drinkers during the night, thereby reducing this problem and making life more manageable for the police and local residents. The Act also gives local communities a voice in licensing applications and provides a more effective range of remedies which can be taken against badly run premises.
Q: Registration or Approval of a Food Business - Do I need to register?
Q: Registration or Approval of a Food Business - How do I register?
Q: Registration or Approval of a Food Business - What happens to the information given on the form?
Q: Registration or Approval of a Food Business - who do i need to notify if changes occur?