Welcome to Westminster Licensing Advice
Do you live in Westminster? Are you worried about later opening times, loud music, “24 hour drinking” or other problems with pubs, restaurants, take-aways, clubs etc? If so, specialist advice is available free of charge.
The new licensing laws
The new licensing laws permit licensed premises to stay open much later than was previously allowed and for those living nearby this may not be a welcome change. Under the new licensing system, residents can oppose changes that could negatively affect their neighbourhood.
Residents can also call for an existing licence to be “reviewed” if problems are being caused by a licensed premises. This includes problems with noise, nuisance, crime and disorder and a wide range of problems.
For more information please see the advice section of this website.
Free advice for all residents in Westminster
The Licensing Advice Project is open to all residents of Westminster who have concerns about licensed premises. We advise residents on their rights under the new licensing system and provide extensive support and assistance for any resident who wishes to make a complaint or comment on any aspect of a licensing matter to Westminster City Council.
More information
For practical guides, information and links please browse through the rest of this website.
For a comprehensive guide for residents to the Licensing Act 2003, please click here.docx
For advice from our specialist licensing adviser, please contact us.
