Licensing and Appeals Committee
19 November 2012
Agenda Item No_____6________
LICENSING ACT 2003 – REPORT COVERING 2011-12
Summary:
This report provides an overview of the operation of
the Act during the past 12 months.
Conclusions:
The vast majority of licensed premises in North Norfolk
are well run providing a valuable amenity for the local
area and in support of the tourism economy. The
economic climate continues to have a significant adverse
effect on many licensed businesses.
Recommendations:
That Members note the report and support current
monitoring activities, liaison groupings and
compliance initiatives
Cabinet member(s):
Ward(s) affected:
Councillor John Lee
All
Licensing Committee Chairman
Councillor Richard Price
Contact
Officer,
number, and e-mail:
telephone Chris Cawley 01263 516252
Chris.cawley@north-norfolk.gov.uk
1.
Introduction
1.1.
The Licensing Act 2003 became operational on the 24th November 2005 when
North Norfolk District Council assumed full responsibility as the Licensing
authority for the sale of alcohol and regulated entertainment in North Norfolk.
1.2.
Officers have prepared an annual report, in line with that prepared in previous
years, covering the period Nov 2011-Oct 2012. (Appendix A).