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Premises Licence Transfer Service

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When purchasing or taking over a licensed premises, transferring the existing Premises Licence should be treated as a priority to protect the validity of the licence and ensure continuity of licensed activities.

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Our Premises Licence Transfer Service supports clients with transferring an existing Premises Licence into the name of a new individual or company. This administrative process applies where a business or operator takes over premises that already benefit from a valid licence and allows that licence to be retained.

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In most cases, a transfer relies on the existing Premises Licence Holder providing written consent. Where the current licence holder cannot be contacted, or is unwilling to consent, it may be possible to proceed using a Section 43(5) transfer, which allows the licence to be transferred without consent in certain circumstances.

If you are unsure whether a transfer is required or beneficial, we encourage you to seek advice at an early stage. In many cases, transferring an existing Premises Licence can be advantageous, even where a further application or variation is planned to support a new business model.

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Our comprehensive transfer service manages the process from start to finish, providing reassurance that the application is handled correctly and efficiently by experienced Licensing Consultants.

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Before any work begins, and prior to formal instruction, we carry out an initial assessment of the proposed transfer to ensure clients understand the process and the available options for their business.

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What the Premises Licence Transfer Service Includes

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Our service covers all stages of the transfer process, including:

• Initial assessment of the proposed transfer

• Liaison with the Licensing Authority, where appropriate

• Notification of the existing Premises Licence Holder

• For Section 43(5) transfers, undertaking reasonable steps to locate the existing licence holder and providing the necessary supporting documentation to the Licensing Authority

• Preparation and submission of consent forms and transfer applications

• Checking the updated Premises Licence documentation for accuracy once the transfer has been completed

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Premises Licence Transfer Fees

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• Premises Licence Transfer Service Fee: from £150

• Section 43(5) Transfer Service Fee: from £300

• Licensing Authority Application Fee: £23

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Free Initial Consultation

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A free initial consultation is available to discuss your circumstances and confirm the most appropriate approach before any commitment is made.

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