If your licence is lost or stolen
You need to write requesting a replacement and send:
the administration fee
. an explanation of why you no longer have your personal licence including your full name, address and licence number if known.
Does a personal license run out?
Personal Licences are therefore
now valid indefinitely
. If you have already been issued with a Personal Licence which shows an expiry date you now do not need to renew it, even when the date showing on your existing licence passes.
How many years does a personal licence last?
An applicant for a personal licence must apply to the licensing authority where they ordinarily live. A licence will last for a period of
10 years
unless it is surrendered or forfeited before the expiry date. There is an option to renew the licence for a further 10 years upon expiry.
What is a personal licence register?
A personal licence allows
you to become a designated premises supervisor (DPS)
. A DPS is responsible for the day to day running of a business that has a licence to sell alcohol, known as a premises licence.
Who is responsible for personal licence?
Who should hold a Personal Licence? Every store has to have
one personal licence holder responsible for the sale of alcohol
. If there is only one individual then they will have to be the designated premises supervisor.
Who needs personal licence?
You will need a Personal Licence
if you are authorising the sale of alcohol
. As per the 2003 Licensing Act, it is a legal requirement for premises that serve alcohol, also known as licensed premises, to have a named Personal Licence holder.
Does APLH expire?
Personal Licences must be renewed every 10 years. Renewal applications are made to the licensing authority or board that originally granted the licence.
The BIIAB APLH certificate doesn't currently have an expiration date.
Is it an Offence to obtain alcohol for a person who is drunk?
142Obtaining alcohol for a person who is drunk
(1)A person commits an offence if, on relevant premises,
he knowingly obtains or attempts to obtain alcohol for consumption on those premises
by a person who is drunk.
How do you protect your customers from being spiked?
Prevent the possibility of drink spiking by
offering various anti drink spiking products to customers
. If a customer suspects that their drink has been spiked, you should report it to the police immediately. A process for this should be clearly set out in your duty of care policy. ‘Chill out' area should be provided.
Does a personal licence holder have to be on site at all times UK?
A:
There is no requirement for the DPS to be present at the licensed premises at all times
and so it is possible for you to be named as DPS on more than one (or even more than two) premises' licences should you wish to be.
What is mandatory to keep a premises licence?
A mandatory condition is one which applies to every premises licence in England and Wales; these now number seven in total:
No sale or supply of alcohol can be made without
an appointed Designated Premises Supervisor (DPS). Every sale or supply of alcohol must be made or authorised by a Personal Licence Holder.
What are the three types of Licences?
There are three main types of licence under the Licensing Act 2003 –
Premises Licences, Club Premises Certificates and Personal Licences
.
What DBS check do I need for a personal licence?
Do I Need a DBS Check for a Personal Licence? Yes, you do. But
a basic disclosure is all
an individual needs in order to apply for a personal licence. There is no need for more advanced checks.
How much does a personal alcohol licence cost UK?
The application fee for a personal alcohol licence is
£37
. The administration fee for any changes made to a licence or for a copy of a licence is £10.50.
Do you need a license to sell alcohol online?
In order to sell alcohol online, you'll need
a Personal Licence and a Premises Licence
. A Personal Licence holder is required to be the Designated Premises Supervisor, i.e., the person responsible for the Premises Licence.
Section 116 – Surrender of personal licence
At the end of the 10 year period, the holder
may apply for renewal to the licensing authority which issued the original licence
and the authority can renew the licence for a further ten years or refuse the application for renewal.
Can you get a personal licence with a drink driving conviction?
Driving when under the influence of drinks or drugs is a ‘Relevant Offence' under the Licensing Act 2003 in relation to personal licences. … At the hearing the Licensing Authority can
refuse
to grant you a personal licence.
Who can become a DPS?
Any premise at which alcohol is sold or supplied may employ 1 or more personal alcohol licence holders but only 1 can be named on the licence at any one time. The DPS will normally be
the individual who has been given day to day responsibility for managing
the premise by the premises licence holder.
Whats the difference between a premises licence and a personal licence?
A personal licence is granted to an individual, enabling that
person to authorise the sale of alcohol from licensed premises
. A premises licence allows licensable activities, including the sale of alcohol, to take place from a premises.
What license do I need to run a pub?
If you're running a pub for the first time, you might need some training. You'll need
a personal license
, along with several other certificates for things like personal license operation and health and safety. If you're leasing from a pubco, they might also require you to complete other, more specific training.
Can you give alcohol away for free UK?
Free alcohol at charity events
Your charity can give alcohol
away at events or meetings without a licence
, but you must make it clear that the value of the alcohol is not included in any ticket price or entrance fee.
Do you need a personal licence to serve alcohol in Scotland?
A Personal Licence is required by anyone who intends to be named as the designated premises manager of a premises licence issued under the Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005. You or a member of your
staff must hold a personal licence if you sell alcohol from licensed premises
in Scotland.
How long does a personal license last England?
It's the licence you will need if you wish to authorise the sale of alcohol in England and Wales. It lasts indefinitely. 2. They must apply to renew their personal licence every
ten years
and lodge the renewal application no later than 3 months before the expiry date of the licence.
The sale of alcohol without the approved authorisation carries a maximum penalty on conviction of
a Unlimited fine and / or 6 months imprisonment
.
What is illegal under the Licensing Act?
The Act includes an
offence of selling alcohol
, or attempting to sell alcohol, to a person who is drunk, or knowingly to allow alcohol to be sold to such a person.
An unauthorised activity takes place either:
without a valid licence / certificate
/ notice (Premises Licence, Club Premises Certificate or Temporary Event Notice) operating outside the authorised hours displayed on your licence / certificate / notice. … breaching a condition placed on your licence / certificate / notice.
What are the four licensing objectives?
1.3 The licensing objectives are: •
The prevention of crime and disorder;
Public safety; • The prevention of public nuisance; and • The protection of children from harm. 1.4 Each objective is of equal importance.
What does a personal license allow you to do?
A personal licence permits
the holder to authorise others (e.g. other staff) to sell or supply alcohol on any licensed premises
. The licence is intended to ensure the professional and legal sale of alcohol by businesses.
How many DPS can be named on a premises licence?
A premises licence can only name
one DPS
, but a DPS can be named on more than one premises licence.
How many 175ml glasses of wine can a female safely consume?
The recommended weekly alcohol limit in the UK for men and women is 14 units, which is the same as
six
medium (175ml) glasses of 13% ABV wine. Find out more about units in a bottle of wine.
What is spiked drink?
Drink spiking is
when someone puts drugs or alcohol into your drink without you
knowing. The drugs used are mind-altering substances that affect how you behave. So-called ‘date rape drugs' may be used to spike a drink before a sexual assault. They are the most common drugs used to spike drinks.
What are the 3 types of DBS check?
- Basic DBS Check or Basic Disclosure Scotland Check:
- Standard DBS Check:
- Enhanced DBS Check – excluding barred list check:
- Enhanced DBS Check – including barred list check:
Can I apply for a DBS check as an individual?
Yes
, you can apply for a DBS check as an individual. You do not need to be part of a company or organisation. Individuals cannot apply for an Enhanced DBS check or Standard DBS check however, because this can only be requested by eligible organisations or companies. As an individual you can apply for a Basic DBS check.
How much does a basic DBS check cost?
| Type of DBS check Current fee Fee from 1 October 2019 | Basic DBS check £25.00 £23.00 | Standard DBS check £26.00 £23.00 | Enhanced DBS check £44.00 £40.00 |
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How long does a personal license last?
Personal Licences are therefore now
valid indefinitely
. If you have already been issued with a Personal Licence which shows an expiry date you now do not need to renew it, even when the date showing on your existing licence passes.
How long is a personal licence granted for?
An applicant for a personal licence must apply to the licensing authority where they ordinarily live. A licence will last for a period of
10 years
unless it is surrendered or forfeited before the expiry date. There is an option to renew the licence for a further 10 years upon expiry.
Can I sell alcohol from my home UK?
To sell alcohol from your premises (i.e. home address), you are
required to have a premises licence granted
and for at least one person in the business to have a personal licence. That person does not have to be present on the premises to oversee the sale of alcohol, but is responsible for any sales made.
What did the Licensing Act 2003 replace?
What is The Licensing Act 2003? On the 24th November 2005, the Licensing Act of 2003 came fully in to effect. It replaced
the old Licensing Act of 1964
. For personal license applicants the Licensing Act lays down the law for the sale and purchase of alcohol in a variety of circumstance.
What does the Licensing Act 2003 do?
The Licensing Act 2003 (c 17) is an act passed by the Parliament of the United Kingdom. The act
establishes a single integrated scheme for licensing premises in England and Wales used to sell or supply of alcohol, provide regulated entertainment, or provide late night refreshment
.
What are the two types of alcohol licence?
- Premises licence: required for any premises that offer any of the licensable activities previously described.
- Personal licence: a separate, portable system of personal licences that provides authority to sell alcohol. …
- 18 or over.
- possess an accredited licensing qualification.
