Connect with your local Licensing Police

Build a strong relationship with local Licensing Police

Take the initiative to introduce yourself to your local Licensing Police Officers early on. Developing a positive relationship with them can be a valuable asset to your business. They often know what's happening in the local area, understand current rules, and can give helpful advice on how to run your venue safely and follow the law.

Tip: A familiar face is more approachable. Being proactive can help smooth communication if issues ever arise down the line.

Keep important documents easily accessible

Keep a dedicated folder in a safe but easy-to-reach spot, like behind the bar. It should hold important documents for your venue. This helps during regular inspections and makes things run smoothly when managers aren’t on site.

Remember that you do have a legal obligation to make available certain documentation when requested, this may include:

Bonus tip: Make digital backups of these documents and store them securely in a cloud system for quick access on the go.

Crime scene prevention guidelines

It is important to know that if a crime occurs at a licensed premises, licensees, managers and staff do have a responsibility to follow the crime scene preservation guidelines. 

These guidelines have been developed by the police specifically for licenced venues to support you and your team in managing the area where a crime has occurred.

 Get a copy of the Crime scene preservation guidelines