Statement of Licensing Policy – 2011/13

The council’s Statement of Licensing Policy first implemented in January 2005 has been reviewed in accordance with the Licensing Act 2003.

As part of the review process many organisations and individuals with an interest in the licensing of premises were consulted.  Parish clerks, representatives from public houses and people involved in the licensing trade had an opportunity to voice their opinions.  The experience gained since the Act came into force and the views of the people consulted were taken into account before the revised policy was completed.

South Lakeland District Council as the Licensing Authority has a duty to promote the four statutory licensing objectives and these are the only matters that are taken into account when considering an application.  The four objectives are:

·                       The Prevention of Crime and Disorder

·                       Public Safety

·                       The Prevention of Public Nuisance

·                       The Protection of Children from harm

Any licence condition attached following the consideration of relevant representations must be necessary to achieve these four objectives.

The revised Statement of Licensing Policy for the period 2011-13 can be viewed here.

If you should have any queries regarding the content of the revised policy, please contact:

Contact Information 

Phone: 0845 050 4434 Ext 7481 or 7484   (Fax: 01539 740300)

email: licensing@southlakeland.gov.uk

Post: The Public Health & Licensing Group, Community Services Directorate, South Lakeland House, Lowther Street, Kendal LA9 4UD.