LICENSING ACT 2003
CONDITIONS ATTACHED TO THE GRANT OF THIS LICENCE
This licence is granted subject to any Mandatory Conditions imposed by the Licensing Act 2003, and conditions volunteered on the application form to be undertaken by the applicant and where necessary, conditions imposed by the Licensing Authority in order to promote the Licensing Objectives.
Mandatory Conditions:
a No supply of alcohol may be made under the Premises Licence at a time when there is no Designated Premises Supervisor (DPS) in respect of the Premises Licence OR at a time when the Designated Premises Supervisor does not hold a Personal Licence or his/her Personal Licence has been suspended.
b Every supply of alcohol under the Premises Licence must be made or authorized by a person who holds a Personal Licence.
c Any Door Security staff employed to carry out a security activity at the premises must be licensed with the Security Industry Authority (SIA).
d. In respect of the exhibition of films as mentioned below:
1 The admission of children to the exhibitions of any film is restricted as follows:
2 Where the film classification body is specified in the licence, unless 3(b) below applies, the admission of children is restricted in accordance with any recommendation of that body.
3 Where:-
(a) the film classification body is not specified in this licence, or
(b) the licensing authority has notified the holder of the licence that this subsection applies to the film in question,
the admission of children is restricted in accordance with any recommendation made by the licensing authority.
4 In relation to the above:
children means persons under the age of 18 years; and
film classification body means the persons or person designated as the authority under section 4 of the Video Recordings Act 1984.
Mandatory Conditions pursuant to The Licensing Act 2003
Mandatory Licensing Conditions (Amendment) Order 2014
1. (1) The responsible person must ensure that staff on relevant premises do not carry out, arrange or participate in any irresponsible promotions in relation to the premises.
(2) In this paragraph, an irresponsible promotion means any one or more of the following activities, or substantially similar activities, carried on for the purpose of encouraging the sale or supply of alcohol for consumption on the premises:
(a) games or other activities which require or encourage, or are designed to require or encourage, individuals to:
(i) drink a quantity of alcohol within a time limit (other than to drink alcohol sold or supplied on the premises before the cessation of the period in which the responsible person is authorised to sell or supply alcohol), or
(ii) drink as much alcohol as possible (whether within a time limit or otherwise)
(b) provision of unlimited or unspecified quantities of alcohol free or for a fixed or discounted fee to the public or to a group defined by a particular characteristic in a manner which carries a significant risk of undermining a licensing objective
(c) provision of free or discounted alcohol or any other thing as a prize to encourage or reward the purchase and consumption of alcohol over a period of 24 hours or less in a manner which carries a significant risk of undermining a licensing objective
(d) selling or supplying alcohol in association with promotional posters or flyers on, or in the vicinity of, the premises which can reasonably be considered to condone, encourage or glamorise anti-social behaviour or to refer to the effects of drunkenness in any favourable manner
(e) dispensing alcohol directly by one person into the mouth of another (other than where that other person is unable to drink without assistance by reason of disability).
2. The responsible person must ensure that free potable water is provided on request to customers where it is reasonably available.
3. (1) The premises licence holder or club premises certificate holder must ensure that an age verification policy is adopted in respect of the premises in relation to the sale or supply of alcohol.
(2) The designated premises supervisor in relation to the premises licence must ensure that the supply of alcohol at the premises is carried on in accordance with the age verification policy.
(3) The policy must require individuals who appear to the responsible person to be under 18 years of age (or such older age as may be specified in the policy) to produce on request, before being served alcohol, identification bearing their photograph, date of birth and either:
(a) a holographic mark, or
(b) an ultraviolet feature.
4. The responsible person must ensure that:
(a) where any of the following alcoholic drinks is sold or supplied for consumption on the premises (other than alcoholic drinks sold or supplied having been made up in advance ready for sale or supply in a securely closed container) it is available to customers in the following measures:
(i) beer or cider: pint
(ii) gin, rum, vodka or whisky: 25 ml or 35 ml, and
(iii) still wine in a glass: 125 ml
(b) these measures are displayed in a menu, price list or other printed material which is available to customers on the premises, and
(c) where a customer does not in relation to a sale of alcohol specify the quantity of alcohol to be sold, the customer is made aware that these measures are available.
Definition:
Responsible person - as defined by section 153 (4) Licensing Act 2003 -
(a) In relation to a licensed premises -
(i) the holder of a premises licence in relation to a premises
(ii) the designated premises supervisor (if any) under such a licence
(iii) any individual aged 18 or over who is authorised for the purposes of this section by such a holder or supervisor.
(b) In relation to premises in respect of which there is in force a club premises certificate, any member or officer of the club present on the premises in a capacity which enables him to prevent the supply in question.
The Licensing Act 2003 (Mandatory Conditions) Order 2014
1. A relevant person shall ensure that no alcohol is sold or supplied for consumption on or off the premises for a price which is less than the permitted price.
2. For the purposes of the condition set out in paragraph 1-
(a) duty is to be construed in accordance with the Alcoholic Liquor Duties Act 1979
(b) permitted price is the price found by applying the formula-
where-
P = D + (D x V)
(i) P is the permitted price,
(ii) D is the amount of duty chargeable in relation to the alcohol as if the duty were charged on the date of the sale or supply of the alcohol, and
(iii) V is the rate of value added tax chargeable in relation to the alcohol as if the value added tax were charged on the date of the sale or supply of the alcohol;
(c) relevant person means, in relation to premises in respect of which there is in force a premises licence-
(i) the holder of the premises licence,
(ii) the designated premises supervisor (if any) in respect of such a licence, or
(iii) the personal licence holder who makes or authorises a supply of alcohol under such a licence;
(d) relevant person means, in relation to premises in respect of which there is in force a club premises certificate, any member or officer of the club present on the premises in a capacity which enables the member or officer to prevent the supply in question; and
(e) value added tax means value added tax charged in accordance with the Value Added Tax Act 1994.
3. Where the permitted price given by Paragraph (b) of paragraph 2 would (apart from this paragraph) not be a whole number of pennies, the price given by that sub-paragraph shall be taken to be the price actually given by that sub-paragraph rounded up to the nearest penny.
4. (1) Sub-paragraph (2) applies where the permitted price given by Paragraph (b) of paragraph2 on a day ( the first day ) would be different from the permitted price on the next day ( the second day ) as a result of a change to the rate of duty or value added tax.
(2) The permitted price which would apply on the first day applies to sales or supplies of alcohol which take place before the expiry of the period of 14 days beginning on the second day.
Conditions Consistent with the Operating Schedule
General
The premises will promote the four licensing objectives through comprehensive management measures including CCTV, staff training, Challenge 25, incident and refusals logging, controlled access and door supervision where appropriate, occupancy management, robust fire and health and safety procedures, effective noise and crowd management, secure alcohol storage, safeguarding policies, and ongoing cooperation with the police and other responsible authorities to ensure the prevention of crime and disorder, public safety, the prevention of public nuisance, and the protection of children from harm.
Records of staff training, incident logs, refusals of alcohol sales, CCTV maintenance, and fire safety checks will be maintained and made available for inspection by authorised officers upon request.
The Prevention of Crime and Disorder
1. CCTV - The premises has a CCTV system with cameras in all internal and external public spaces (except toilet and changing areas) which records video images 24 hours a day. This will be monitored online and on the premises by authorised staff members.
2. Lighting - The external areas have adequate street lighting and additional lighting at the entrance to the premises to ensure a safe entrance and exit area.
3. Door Supervision - For events where numbers exceed 100 attendees, and the sale and consumption of alcohol is provided, licensed door supervisors will be in operation to ensure a safe environment, and only authorised attendees may access the venue. Searches may be conducted where considered necessary by management to promote public safety and prevent
crime and disorder.
4. Staff Training - Effective staff training programmes will be in place to ensure staff are trained in customer service, conflict resolution and the recognition of signs of alcohol intoxication in order to manage situations before they occur. Staff will receive regular challenge 25 refresher training and records of training will be maintained.
5. Incident and Refusals Log - An incident log will be maintained recording any crime, disorder, refusals of alcohol, ejections, and any interaction with police or emergency services.
6. Secure Alcohol Storage. Alcohol will only be serves as part of a pre-planned event. In all other circumstances, alcohol will be stored securely, as well as when the premises is closed.
7. Drug Policy - A zero-tolerance drug policy towards illegal drugs will be adopted. Staff will report any suspected drug use or dealing of drugs to management, and police where appropriate.
Public Safety
8. Occupancy Limits – The maximum occupancy of the premises will not exceed 150 persons and will be monitored by management.
9. CCTV - The premises has a CCTV system with both internal and external cameras to provide a safe and secure environment for customers and staff.
10. Lighting - Effective illumination of entrance/exit areas will ensure a safe environment for customers and staff leaving the premises in the evening.
11.Fire Safety Compliance - Fire Alarm systems and fire-fighting equipment are inspected and maintained to relevant standards and exits and emergency procedures are clearly marked throughout the building.
12. Staff Training - Effective staff training on security protocols, emergency procedures and evacuation plans are in place.
13. First Aid and Accidents – There will be at least one staff member present during licensed activities who is first aid trained and an accident log will be maintained and reviewed by management.
14. Risk Management - Management will conduct regular safety walks and hold and monitor the risk register to mitigate potential risks to customers and staff associated with licensed premises.
The Prevention of Public Nuisance
15. Crowd Control - The premises is intended for small private events, theatrical and artistic performances and numbers will not exceed 150 and more often than not in practice, will be much lower than this. There will be a strict capacity policy enforced for events and clients will confirm attendee numbers in advance. It be appropriate to have ticketed or wristband systems in place to assist door supervision. Door supervision will be in place for numbers exceeding 100 customers to manage this effectively.
16. Signage - Although not in a residential area, appropriate signage will be in place to remind customers and users to leave quietly and limit outdoor activity after certain hours.
17. Sound Management - The premises is not in a residential area and far enough away as such to not cause a nuisance. The building is a historic brick-built mill with thick walls and sound dampening is installed in the venue. Amplified sound levels will be controlled by management, and event organisers will be advised of their responsibilities regarding noise by management. To further mitigate nuisance caused by sound, management will ensure that doors and windows remainclosed during amplified music, except for when guests enter or leave the premises. Music levels will be monitored throughout events, and outdoor areas will not be used after a specified time except for access and smoking.
18. Accessibility - The venue is accessible for people with disabilities as the main space and toilet facilities are located on the ground floor. Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPs) will be implemented, where required.
The Protection of Children from Harm
19. Unaccompanied Children - Any young person under the age of 16, will not be allowed to enter the venue unless they are accompanied by a responsible adult when alcohol is proposed to be served. Alcohol will only be sold as part of pre-booked private events or authorised performances and not as the principal activity of the premises.
20. Challenge 25 - To ensure no young person is sold or is allowed to consume alcohol at an event, the venue will adopt a challenge 25 policy, so that all staff serving alcohol asked the customer to produce acceptable photographic identification before being served alcohol. (Passport, UK Driving Licence or PASS accredited proof-of-age card) Staff will also record all refusals of alcohol sales in a refusals register/log.
21. Staff Training - All staff will receive training on their responsibilities regarding child protection, including recognising signs of abuse, sexual exploitation, or neglect. Staff will also receive necessary training on drug prevention strategies to protect children and young people from harm.
22. Collaboration with Responsible Authorities – The premises licence holder and designated premises officer will work closely with police, local safeguarding partnerships, and other agencies to ensure compliance with the law and best practice. This includes sharing information, cooperating with inspections, and responding to concerns promptly.