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What happens after you submit a representation?

If representations are relevant and they relate to one of the licensing objectives, the Licensing Authority will hold a hearing to consider them (unless all parties agree that a hearing is unnecessary where for example, a compromise is agreed).

A representation will not be relevant if the Licensing Authority considers it to be vexatious or frivolous.

After a hearing, the Council as the Licensing Authority will take into account the licensing objectives and decide on one of the following options

  • to grant or vary the licence in the same terms as it was applied for
  • that it is necessary to refuse to issue or vary the licence
  • to grant or vary the licence, but to modify the conditions
  • to exclude from the scope of the licence a licensable activity

You have the right to appeal against decisions of the licensing authority if you are dissatisfied with the outcome of a hearing.

Get in touch about licensing

The quickest way to contact us is by using our online forms which are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you need to speak to us give us a call during office hours and talk to our Customer Services team who will be happy to help.