Sale and Supply of Alcohol
Sale Of Alcohol By Retail
The sale of alcohol by retail is often the core function of
operations such as public houses, restaurants, nightclubs and
bars. It is also a major part of the turnover of
supermarkets, cinemas, theatres etc. A premises licence
will be required unless the sale is to another trader who has a
premises licence and will be selling to the public under the
authority of their own licence.
It is a mandatory condition of any premises
licence that includes the sale of alcohol by retail that a
Designated Premises Supervisor (DPS) be appointed. This is
the person who is responsible for the day to day running of the
premises although they do not have to be on the premises at all
times the sale of alcohol is taking place.
The DPS must be the holder of a personal licence and no sale of
alcohol may take place if there is not a DPS or if the personal
licence of the DPS is suspended.
It is also a mandatory condition that all sales of alcohol must
be made or authorised by a personal licence holder. Where the
sale of alcohol is to be made by a person who does not hold a
personal licence it is strongly suggested that written
authorisation to sell be given including the condition that sales
to drunks or persons under the age of 18 years are not
permitted
Supply Of Alcohol To Members Of A Club
The supply of alcohol to members of a club differs from sale by
retail in that it is deemed that the assets of a members club
(including alcohol) are owned jointly by the members. When a
member or their guest is supplied with alcohol, the money that is
exchanged is not actually a sale; it is to allow an equitable
replenishment of the jointly owned stock.
As members clubs have a management committee
responsible for the day to day running of the club a DPS is not
required. Such clubs often have a discipline committee to
ensure that members behave in accordance with the club rules.
Contact the Licensing Section
Telephone: 01304 872295
E-mail: licensing@dover.gov.uk
Post:
Licensing Section
Dover District Council
White Cliffs Business Park
Dover
Kent CT16 3PJ
