The information on this page is presented in the format of frequently asked questions. Please click a question from the index below to see the appropriate answer.
How do I apply for a public entertainment licence?
There are four types of licence:
Premises - businesses can apply for a single premises licence to cover all the licensable activities they wish to carry on.
These include:
The licence will last for the lifetime of the business.
Personal - a personal licence allows the recipient to supply alcohol or allow the supply of alcohol, in accordance with the premises licence. Personal licences are valid for 10 years and are portable.
Club premises certificate - provide authorisation for qualifying club activities.
These are:
Temporary events notice - these replace occasional permissions and occasional licences and relate to temporary events with less than 500 attendees where licensable activities are planned to take place, and a premises licence is not held.
See our licensing pages for more information and the relevant forms.
What sort of event does not need a licence?
New regulations that came in on 24 November 2005 mean if you are having a party where the public is invited then you will need a license (paying or not). If it is a private party you do not need a premises licence.
Do I need a licence for music and dancing?
New regulations came in in November 2005. If you are having a party where the public is invited then you need a premises license (paying or not). If it is a private party you do not need a licence.
If the event includes a stage, bands and/or performers will I require a Licence?
Yes you will need a license - whether recorded or not. The premise where the performers will play will need a premise licence.
What activities are coved by a Premises Licence?
Activities that are covered are:
What are the rules around games machines?
The maximum charge for playing a game is set at 30p and the maximum cash prize for "all cash" prize machines is £25. The all cash prize machines can only be played by people who are 18 years old and over. For other machines the maximum payout is £5 cash or £8 in tokens or gifts and there are no age restrictions on these types of machines.
What is regulated entertainment?
Subject to qualifying conditions and exemptions the definition states that it is :
For all enquiries please contact the Customer Service Centre
01753 475111
My Council
Landmark Place
High Street
Slough
opposite Slough Library
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