Written question asked by Lord Avebury (Liberal Democrat), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 6 May 2004. It was answered by Lord McIntosh of Haringey (Labour) on Thursday, 6 May 2004.

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McIntosh of Haringey, Lord

Question

Whether, in light of the judgment on 7 April of the Court of Appeal in the case R (Luminar Leisure Ltd) v Crown Court at Norwich, a special hours certificate granted under Section 77 of the Licensing Act 1964 as amended will have to be reviewed individually to see whether customers resort to the premises for music or dancing or substantial refreshment during the extra permitted time; and whether, in examining any application for conversion of an existing alcohol, public entertainment, theatre, cinema, late-night refreshment house or night cafe licence, to which a special hours certificate is attached, into a premises licence, the licensing authority will have a duty to ensure that the conditions specified in this judgment are satisfied. [HL 2539].

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

HL 2539; 660 c130-1WA

Session

2003-04

Subjects

Alcoholic drinks Dance Court of Appeal Cinemas Cafes Licensing Entertainments Licensed premises Judgements Opening hours Licensing laws Music Theatres

Legislation

Licensing Act 2003

Licensing Act 1964