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Alcohol and entertainment

We are responsible for licensing the supply and sale of alcohol, public entertainment and late night refreshment within North Somerset.

As required by the Licensing Act 2003 we have adopted a licensing policy which sets out how we intend to administer and enforce the legislation.

We have recently reviewed our licensing policy and agreed a revised version for 2008-11. Download a copy of our revised statement of licensing policy or call into Somerset House to see a paper copy.

Legislation requires us to ensure the following licensing objectives are met:

  • public safety
  • the prevention of crime and disorder
  • the prevention of public nuisance
  • the protection of children from harm.

The pages within this section detail the different types of licences and event notification procedures which exist.
Included within the pages are links to application forms and guidance notes.

For further information visit Department of Culture, Media and Sport or contact our Licensing Team on 01934 634 906.