To download a draft copy of our licensing policy please visit http://www.watford.gov.uk/ccm/content/ehl/licensing/licensing-act-2003-policy-consultation.en
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Under the Licensing Act 2003, Watford Borough Council licences alcohol sales, most public entertainment (from cinemas and theatres to nightclubs) and sales of hot food and drink at night.
We have to publish and keep under review a policy setting out our approach to implementing the Act.
We hope the policy will be used by a wide range of people within the Borough – from organisations who need authorisations under the Act; residents and others who may be affected by their activities; and by the statutory bodies with responsibilities under the Act.
We are taking this opportunity to make a number of significant changes to our policy, and would welcome your views.
In drawing up the policy, we are consulting with:
• local residents and their representatives
• local community, cultural and entertainment organisations
• holders of various licences for premises in the Borough who will be affected by it
• Hertfordshire Constabulary
• Hertfordshire Fire & Rescue Service
• Hertfordshire Trading Standards
• Hertfordshire Local Safeguarding Childrens’ Board
• Watford Community Safety Partnership
• One Watford
