Our Law Society accredited training programme will give Councilors a clear understanding of the Licensing Act 2003. It will explore their role, outline the history and transfer of licensing, explain the key issues in the law, detail the procedures necessary for a fair hearing and take participants through a mock licensing committee for a contested application, ending with a quiz. The day includes:

The content of the day is:

• History and Background
• Overview
• Council Policy, Duties & Delegations
• Licensing Act 2003 and Guidance
• The Operating Schedule
• The Licensing Hearing.
• Appeal/Judicial Review.
• The Dog and Duck (case study)
• Chamber Quiz

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Comments following training include:

“The seminar was professional, understandable and fun. The programme was well prepared and very informative and included some lighthearted sessions that brought the practical application of the Act to life. Our Members commented that this had been an excellent training session which held their attention for the whole day." – Chris Ketley, Training Officer, Swale Borough Council

“Very clear speaker and questions given a considered and concise answer, overall very good” - Ben Murray Licensing Officer, Reigate & Banstead Borough Council

“From the Members comments they really enjoyed the day and, as importantly, they had gained a real insight into the complexities of the coming change in Licensing and the impact on them and officers” - Paul Murphy, Head of Licensing, Arun District Council

“Well presented with good content and kept attention of a varied audience” - Officer, Tandridge District Council

“The pitch was spot on with the programme designed to meet Members' needs and not simply to read out sections in the Licensing Act, as is the practice of some other trainers. I was impressed by the subtle way it provoked thought, giving rise to lively debate and held the attention of the audience throughout the session.” - Kevin Ruck, Head of Licensing, Epsom & Ewell Borough Council

“Very surprised I remembered so much, as it was all new to me” - Tunbridge Wells Licensing Officer following Chamber quiz

“Very valuable and most enjoyable, held my attention throughout the day” - Cllr Carden, Leader South Norfolk Council

"Excellent day very thought provoking, Members have learned a lot, thank you" - Loretto Dennigan, Licensing Officer, North Dorset DC