Licensing Act 2003 - Statement of Licensing Policy

Our statement of licensing policy is the basis for Newcastle to offer:

• a wide choice of high quality, professional managed entertainment and cultural venues
• within a safe, orderly and attractive environment
• valued by those who live, work and visit the city

To help you understand the licensing process we have a series of protocols:

• Drugs Protocol
• Protocol (A) Planning and Licensing
• Protocol (B) Publicity for Licensing Applications
• Protocol (C) Disclosure of Representations
• Protocol (D) Timescales for Negotiation
• Protocol (E) Minor Variations
• Protocol (F) Promotions
• Protocol (G) How to make Representations
• Protocol (H) Delegations and Responsible  Authorities
• Protocol (I) Hearings at Licensing Committee

Consultation on the policy for 2023 to 2028

We are reviewing our statement of licensing policy. The consultation ended on 16 August 2023. 

The aim of the policy is to set out how we will:

• promote the four licensing objectives
• protect residents
• support businesses

Newcastle is already a great place to grow up, a great place to work and a great place to live. It is a distinctive city – driven by the warmth of its welcome and the people who live, work and visit here. And it is a city rich in culture and heritage.

We, as the licensing authority, want to:

• help further develop what Newcastle has to offer
• encourage a range of high quality, well managed entertainment and cultural venues
• have a licensing policy that aligns with our vision for the city and meets the needs of our licensed trade

To make sure our licensing policy supports that aim we want to hear from:

• individuals
• organisations
• businesses

Your comments will:

• give us valuable insight and expertise
• play a crucial role in shaping the policy

The consultation has now ended however the draft Statement of Licensing Policy can be viewed below:

• take part in the statement of licensing policy consultation online at Lets Talk Newcastle