Reviews and Enforcement

Introduction

Recent Articles

1) Enforcement On The Up? 28 January 2010
Blackpool Manager slammed for serving alcohol to non-residents.
2) The Mountain Laboured and Produced…! 8 April 2009
A New Minor Variations Procedure
3) 28 Day Alcohol Suspension 31 March 2009
Tesco change underage policy
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You have the relevant licences; you’re running your business.

Unfortunately the political spotlight is very much focused on the licensed trade right now and reviews and enforcement are becoming commonplace. Local authorities are beginning to flex their muscles and the regulators can come at you from lots of different directions.

We tend to call this area of law Regulatory Crime as many of the Regulatory offences can be prosecuted under criminal law in the Magistrates’ Courts (with the exception of Reviews that are dealt with by the Local Authority). Prosecutions can give rise to large fines running into thousands of pounds and numerous powers of closure which can be exercised against your business so it’s essential to have the right procedures in place.
 

 

About Us

With his background in criminal law, Graeme Cushion, Partner, has particular skill in respect of criminal and regulatory crime ancillary to licensing. He is assisted by Steve Burnett who has a background in criminal law. He is assisted by Andy Grimsey and Steve Burnett who both have backgrounds in criminal law.

In case of any licensing emergencies which are out of hours (whether you are a client of not) you can contact Licence999, our emergency helpline telephone number. Go to the Licence999 website (opens in new window)