Business and Planning Act 2020

No, the addition of this activity is automatic and without any fees.

Yes, these changes are made under the Bill, if not already covered by your existing Premises Licence.

Same hours that are covered by the Premises Licence for On Sales of Alcohol, however there is a cut-off time of 11pm. Any new permissions for OFF-Sales do not apply to times when the premises licence does not allow sales of alcohol for consumption in outdoor areas of the premises. If you wish to have longer hours you will need to apply to vary the licence.

Until 30 September 2022 (unless further extended by the government).

No, The Business and Planning Bill only specifies Premises Licences. Your existing Club Premises Certificate must be complied with, you must check the conditions and plans to see what is covered.

Any conditions relating to OFF-Sales will be temporarily removed. All other conditions must be complied with. If you are unsure about whether it is possible to comply with some conditions in the current Covid-19 circumstances, you must contact us to discuss.

See Temporary pavement licences.

You must check existing Premises Licence plans cover the outside area for ON-Sales. If it is not covered, you must vary your licence accordingly. Contact us if you are unsure of what is covered on the licence or if you need to make a variation.

You can offer table service for these outside areas and supply the alcohol from within the licensed premises.

You must ensure measures are in place to manage outside areas safely, as well as your usual licensed area. Refer to the GOV.UK Guidance on working safely during coronavirus: Restaurants, pubs, bars, nightclubs and takeaway services (opens new window).
You must manage your outside areas responsibly, in accordance with the licence and licensing objectives. Be mindful of any possible impact on surrounding businesses and residents.

Yes, the Licensing Authority can take interim steps to remove the permissions if an application is made for an OFF-Sales Review by a Responsible Authority. A decision will be made within 48 hours (weekends excluded) in advance of a Licensing Hearing within 28 days.