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Smoking at a licensed premises
In England and Wales, strict smoking regulations apply to licensed premises, such as pubs, bars, restaurants, and clubs

Simon Francis
Sep 15, 20244 min read


Why is First Aid important on a licensed premises?
First aid is critically important on licensed premises for several reasons, including the safety and well-being of customers and staff,

Simon Francis
Sep 14, 20244 min read


Martyn's Law Update
Licensing Professionals have the following update on the highly likely arrival of Martyn’s Law – more formally referred to as the...

Simon Francis
Sep 13, 20241 min read


Responsibilities of a premises license holder
A Premises Licence Holder in England and Wales has several important duties and responsibilities under the Licensing Act 2003.

Simon Francis
Sep 12, 20245 min read


Effective cellar management
Effective cellar management is critical to ensuring that alcoholic beverages, particularly beer, are stored, handled, and served in optimal

Simon Francis
Sep 11, 20244 min read


Training for staff working on a licensed premises
Training for staff working on a licensed premises should cover licensing laws, age verification, responsible alcohol service,

Simon Francis
Sep 10, 20244 min read


Age verification policy
The age verification policy in England and Wales is designed to prevent the sale of age-restricted products, especially alcohol, to minors.

Simon Francis
Sep 9, 20243 min read


What is the Weights and Measures function?
weights and measures authorities play a key role in protecting consumers and maintaining trust in the marketplace.

Simon Francis
Sep 8, 20244 min read


What are the Responsible Drinking Guidelines in England and Wales?
The responsible drinking guidelines in England and Wales, especially for licensed premises, are aimed at promoting safe and sensible...

Simon Francis
Sep 7, 20245 min read


Conflict management in a licensed premises
Effectively managing these situations can prevent escalation and ensure that the premises remains in line with legal and safety requirements

Simon Francis
Sep 6, 20244 min read


Why choose the Licensing Professionals?
Here are seven reasons why you should choose www.licensingprofessionals.com:

Simon Francis
Sep 6, 20241 min read


How often does a licensed premises need to conduct a Fire Risk Assessment?
Licensing Professionals have created this brief guide to ensure that you have an understanding of your requirements

Simon Francis
Sep 5, 20241 min read


When can the police issue a closure order at a licensed premises?
In England and Wales, the police have the power to issue a closure order at a licensed premises under certain circumstances.

Simon Francis
Sep 4, 20243 min read


What is the criteria for a Club Premises Certificate?
to obtain this certificate, the club must meet specific criteria to be recognized as a "qualifying club."

Simon Francis
Sep 3, 20244 min read


How many fruit machines can a licensed premises have?
In England and Wales, the number of fruit machines (also known as gaming machines) that a licensed premises can have is regulated

Simon Francis
Sep 2, 20243 min read


Step-by-step guide on how to apply to the council to sell food at a licensed premises
The process involves notifying the local council, ensuring your premises meets food safety standards

Simon Francis
Sep 1, 20244 min read


What is Regulated Entertainment?
In England and Wales, "regulated entertainment" refers to certain types of entertainment activities that require authorisation

Simon Francis
Aug 31, 20243 min read


What is a Premises Plan?
The plan provides a detailed layout of the premises and is used by licensing authorities to assess the suitability of the premises

Simon Francis
Aug 30, 20243 min read


Possible smoking ban in outdoor areas
The Sun has reported earlier that secret Whitehall papers have confirmed that the Government plans to extend the indoor smoking ban to...

Simon Francis
Aug 29, 20243 min read


Age-prohibited items
In England and Wales, licensed premises are subject to strict regulations regarding the sale and provision of certain age-restricted items.

Simon Francis
Aug 29, 20243 min read
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