Issue - meetings

Report of the Executive Manager – Neighbourhoods

Councillor Mason introduced the Statement of Principles which must be reviewed and published every three years in line with the Gambling Act 2005. She outlined the steps undertaken to review the Statement including its examination by the Alcohol and Licensing Committee and the consultation process including that taken place in the county to ensure consistency across administrative boundaries. She reminded Councillors that the purpose of the document was to prevent licensed premises becoming a source of crime and disorder and encouraged Councillors to approve the Statement.

Councillor Smith seconded the proposal.

Councillor Chewings, who sits on the Alcohol and Licensing Committee, informed Councillors that the Committee had made very minimal changes to the document and that she was happy to support its adoption. Councillor R Mallender was also happy to support the revised Statement.

It was RESOLVED that the Council adopt the Statement of Principles with effect from 2 January 2019.