Harrogate Borough Council

 
 

Licensing Act 2003

The Licensing Act 2003 governs the sale of alcohol, regulated entertainment and late night refreshments (sale of hot food and drink from 23:00 - 05:00).

The Licensing Act 2003 (opens in a new window) can be found on the Office of Public Sector Information website.

The four licensing objectives are:

  • prevention of crime and disorder
  • prevention of public nuisance
  • public safety
  • prevention of harm to children

The links below provide relevant information and guidance on the Licensing Act 2003 in relation to the Harrogate District:

Licensing Policy Review 2010/2011 - Public Consultation

The Licensing Act 2003 requires that we review our Statement of Licensing Policy every three years. We are currently carrying out a public consultation on the review and revision of the Licensing Policy.

Revisions have been clearly marked as red within the document. We must receive all comments on the draft Licensing Policy by 30th September 2010.

The Draft Licensing Policy (2010/2011) (opens in a new window) (PDF, 236KB) is available to download. You can contact us with your comments.
 
Licensing of Sexual Entertainment Venues - Public Consultation
 
Due to the introduction of new legislation, we have been given the choice of implementing a new governing power over Sex Entertainment Venues, which would also allow us to recognise the opinions and objections of local residents about where such premises are located. 

We would like your views on the implementation of new controls to govern sexual entertainments in the district. If we decide not to adopt the new powers, then Sex Entertainment Venues will be licensed as they are now.

We would like your views on: 

  1. Whether we should adopt the new controls introduced
     
  2. The proposed draft policy on Licensing of Sexual Entertainment Venues, if we choose to adopt the new powers (NB there is no presumption at this stage that we will adopt).

The proposed Draft Policy of the Licensing of Sexual Entertainment Venues (opens in a new window) (PDF, 120KB)

Guidance on the licensing of Sexual Entertainment Venues (opens in a new window) (PDF, 164KB) from the Home Office.  

Contact us, to give your opinions on the above consultations.

Harrogate Borough Council, Council Offices, Crescent Gardens, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 2SG, Tel: (01423) 500600