Licensing Policy Consultation

Like all local authorities, the Royal Borough has a policy under the Licensing Act 2003 which sets out how this legislation is implemented in our area and what businesses must do if they want to operate or open a licenced premises here. We are required to review and republish this policy every five years and this is now due, and we want to know what you think.

More information on the scope and purpose of the policy can be found on the main consultation page and the current policy “Licensing policy statement 2021-2026” can be found at https://www.rbwm.gov.uk/sites/default/files/2024-06/licensing_policy_statement.pdf 

For this review of our policy we would like to ensure that everyone with an interest with the licenced trade can be fully engaged with the consultation process so that the new policy can be comprehensive, balanced, and fit to cover the next five years.

The consultation is open until 17th June 2025.