This agreement formalises the arrangements for licensing enforcement, in respect of Kent Police, the Borough/District/Unitary Authorities and their enforcement partners. In addition it provides guidance regarding the legal requirements and operational...Licensing Enforcement Protocol • May 5th, 2020
Contract Type FiledMay 5th, 2020The purpose of this protocol is to facilitate co-operation and co-ordination between enforcement agencies in pursuance of the Licensing Act 2003 and Gambling Act 2005. It will underpin the mutual operational support required to tackle licensing issues.
This agreement formalises the arrangements for licensing enforcement, in respect of Kent Police, the Borough/District/Unitary Authorities and their enforcement partners. In addition it provides guidance regarding the legal requirements and operational...Licensing Enforcement Protocol • May 5th, 2020
Contract Type FiledMay 5th, 2020Page Number 3 Introduction and purpose 4 Aim of the Protocol 6 Enforcement Action 6 General Principles 7 Liaison Arrangements 8 Exchange and Handling of Information 9 Risk Based Approach 9 Guiding Principles for Decision Making 10 Provision of Advice and Investigation of Complaints 11 Dealing with Underage Sales of alcohol 11 Dealing with Disorderly Premises 12 Dealing with Public Nuisance 15 Dealing with Unlicensed Activities 17 Responsibility for Prosecutions 17 Media Relations 18 Review of this Protocol 18 Resolution of Disputes APPENDICES: 1 Liaison Contact Details 2 Risk rating scheme 3 Lead Authorities 4 Illustrative Scenarios 5 Gambling Act 2005: Guidance to Licensing Authorities onEnforcement and Compliance