Have your say on alcohol licence applications

If you’re interested in alcohol licensing and how the District Licensing Committees (DLCs) make decisions, there are a number of ways you can find out more or have input.

Recent alcohol licence applications

Alcohol licence applicants must let the public know they intend to sell alcohol at their business.

Objecting to an alcohol application

Anyone can object to an application for a Licence, Licence renewal, variation of Licence conditions or Special Licence.

Attend a public hearing

A District Licensing Committee hearing is a legal process similar to a court hearing.

Lodge a complaint

Licensed premises must serve alcohol responsibly at all times and to follow good host responsibility practices.