Licensing - The City's code of good practice

The City of London have a code of good practice for licensing, which begins:

The Licensing Act 2003 (the Act) focuses on the promotion of four statutory licensing objectives which must be addressed when licensing functions are undertaken. The four licensing objectives are:

•  The prevention of crime and disorder

•  Public safety

•  The prevention of public nuisance

•  The protection of children from harm

Aim of the code
The aim of this code is to provide applicants and licensees with guidance on good practice for the promotion of the four licensing objectives which are paramount considerations at all times. The code is consistent with the Home Office guidance issued under section 182 of the Act and with the City of London’s statement of licensing policy.  

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