The Statement of Licensing Policy aims to secure public safety, protect children from harm, prevent public nuisance and prevent crime and disorder whilst encouraging a sustainable leisure and entertainment industry.
The four aims listed above form the statutory licensing objectives that this policy, the Licensing Authority, and all licence holders must strive to achieve.
The Council recognises both the expectations of local residents for a safe and healthy environment in which to live and work, and the need for the provision of safe and well conducted entertainment and leisure facilities throughout the Borough.
The Policy aims to provide information and guidance to applicants, those making representations and other interested parties on the general considerations and approach that will be adopted by the Licensing Authority, the Council, in making determinations under the Licensing Act 2003.
Please find attached a copy of the Licensing Policy that Doncaster Council adopted.
Cumulative Impact
With effect from 21st January 2008, the attached Licensing Policy is in place for Doncaster. The main change to the previous policy is the introduction of a Cumulative impact zone, which covers Silver Street, High Street, Hall Gate, Priory Walk and Bradford Row.
The following is a statement contained in the Policy -
Put simply the Impact Policy creates a presumption that any new premise licences or club premise certificates as well as any variations that will add to problems within the Cumulative impact area will normally be refused following representation by the Police (or any other responsible authority) UNLESS the applicant can demonstrate in their operating schedule that there will be no negative cumulative impact on the Licensing objectives
Licence Directory
Please use the link below to view background information on all available licences, their purpose, who is responsible for issuing the licence, contact information, how to apply and the cost of any fees applicable
Licence Directory Page