Premises Licence DPS Variation Service

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Where a Designated Premises Supervisor (DPS) leaves the business, changing the DPS named on the Premises Licence is a critical requirement to ensure the lawful continuation of alcohol sales.

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Our DPS Variation Service supports clients with replacing the nominated DPS on their Premises Licence, ensuring the application is prepared and submitted correctly and without delay.

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A new DPS must hold a valid Personal Licence to be nominated. This is a statutory requirement.

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Under the Licensing Act 2003, it is a mandatory condition attached to every Premises Licence in England and Wales that no sale of alcohol may take place unless a Designated Premises Supervisor is specified. Selling alcohol without a DPS in place is unlawful.

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If a DPS has left employment or has not yet been appointed, any sale of alcohol would constitute an unauthorised licensable activity, which may result in:

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• An unlimited fine

• Up to six months’ imprisonment

• A review of the Premises Licence

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Where a suitable Personal Licence holder is available, a DPS variation can be submitted with a request for immediate effect, allowing the change to take effect on the same day the application is lodged and preventing disruption to alcohol sales.

Our comprehensive DPS Variation Service manages the process from start to finish, providing reassurance that the application is completed professionally, accurately, and as quickly as possible.

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What the DPS Variation Service Includes

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Our service covers all stages of the DPS variation process, including:

• Initial consultation and advice on the DPS variation

• Preparation of the Consent to be Named as DPS for signature

• Completion and submission of the DPS Variation application to the relevant Licensing Authority

• Checking updated Premises Licence documentation for accuracy once the variation has been processed

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DPS Variation Fees

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• Professional Fee: £150

• Licensing Authority Application Fee: £23

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