Licensing in Westminster

Our licensing policy

In 2005, when the new Licensing Act came into effect, we published our first Statement of Licensing Policy on 7 January 2005.

This policy had to be reviewed after three years. After asking residents, businesses and visitors for their opinions on the changes we proposed to this policy, the Council meeting on 7 November 2007 approved the revised policy for publication. This revised Statement of Licensing Policy came into effect on 7 January 2008.

The City Council fufils its primary obligation under the Act, to promote the four licensing objectives by having policies based on each:

  • The prevention of crime and disorder
  • Public safety
  • The prevent of public nuisance
  • The protection of children from harm

It also has policies on core hours that will generally be granted, special policies for "Stress Areas" of cumulative impact and policies on various types of premises and activities.

The Policy strives to achieve a balance between allowing Westminster entertainment venues to thrive, protecting public safety and the quality of life for everyone who lives, works or visits the City.


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