Licensing Policy
Statement of Licensing Policy (2020-25)
The authority must prepare and publish a Statement of Licensing Policy every five years.
The Policy outlines how licence applications for the sale and supply of alcohol, the provision of regulated entertainment and the provision of late night refreshment will be considered and what the Council expects from licence holders.
It enables the Council to carry out functions under the 2003 Act and plays an important role in managing alcohol in terms of regulation and public health concerns. In setting out how licensed premises should operate, the Policy contributes to achieving Redbridge priorities relating to reduced levels of crime and ensuring there is a vibrant cultural and leisure offer for residents, businesses and visitors that is safe and attractive.
The Policy needs to be up to date and relevant to the individual characteristics of the borough.
The current Statement of Licensing Policy was introduced in 2020 and is now due to be renewed. A copy of this can be seen at: London Borough of Redbridge Statement of Licensing Policy (PDF 1.48MB)
Consultation on changes to the Statement of Licensing Policy
A full review of the Policy has now been undertaken and the Council have now developed a revised draft Statement of Licensing Policy following engagement with key stakeholders.
The Council is now consulting on the proposed changes to the Policy and would like to hear your views. The link to the Policy consultation can be found here: Licensing consultation | Let's Talk Redbridge
Secretary of State Guidance
The Secretary of State has issued guidelines in accordance with Section 182 of the Licensing Act 2003. This guidance will be considered by the Licensing Authority when considering any application.
Secretary of State Guidance under section 182 of the Licensing Act 2003
Licensing Act 2003
You can view the provisions about the regulations of the sale and supply of alcohol, the provision of entertainment and the provision of late night refreshment and the offences under the 2003 Licensing Act.
Information exchange
We will on request share certain information (subject to the Data Protection Act 1998 and any Memoranda of Understanding) with the relevant responsible authorities as defined in the 2003 Act and others that have a statutory duty to demand such information, e.g. HMRC.
Such information will only be used for the purpose for which it is obtained, will be securely retained whilst in the possession of the authority that has requested it, and will be securely disposed of when no longer required.
