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Alcohol licensing

A licence is required to sell or supply alcohol as a business, club or for a special event.

Apply for a new alcohol licence

Find out how to apply for a new On, Off or Club alcohol licence or Temporary Authority.

Apply to renew an alcohol licence

Find out how to apply for a renewal of a On, Off or Club alcohol licence.

Alcohol licence public notices

View public notices of all alcohol licence applications received within the last 25 days.

Temporary amendment in Alcohol Act for Rugby World Cup 2023

The Act has been temporarily amended to allow eligible licence holders to extend trading hours to show live games without applying for a special licence.

Apply for Manager's Certificate

Apply or renew your manager's certificate, find out about changing a manager and the register of managers.

Do you need a special licence?

Use our online tool to find out if you need a special licence for your event. Download the forms to notify us of a social event or apply for dispensation.

Apply for a special alcohol licence

Apply for a special licence which allows for the sale or drinking of alcohol at events.

Alcohol licence applications and hearings

Find out about District Licensing Committee hearings, unopposed and opposed applications and decisions.

Alcohol licensing forms

Find documents and forms relating to alcohol licensing.