Licensing act 2003
The Licensing Act 2003 combines the licensing of the sale of alcohol, the provision of regulated entertainment and the provision of late-night refreshment.
The following are licensable under the Act:
- The retail sale of alcohol (including via the internet or mail order)
- The wholesale of alcohol to members of the public
- The supply of alcohol to members of registered clubs
- The supply of hot food or drink between 23.00 hours and 05.00 hours.
The provision of regulated entertainment in the presence of an audience, which includes:
- Performance of a play
- Film exhibitions
- Indoor sporting events
- Boxing or wrestling events (both indoor and outdoor)
- Performing live music
- Playing recorded music
- Dance performances
- Entertainment of similar descriptions
There are various types of licence available under the Licensing Act, please see the list below for further information.
Last updated: 3 April 2009