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Existing Approved Premises Licence applications

What happens once you have applied for a licence, and what to do if you need to make changes to an application.

Applications will be processed within about 10 weeks after receiving all required documents and payment.

Evaluation process

Once you have submitted an application, it will go through the evaluation process, this means:

  • it is checked to ensure all conditions are met
  • a public notice is posted online for 3 weeks
  • a copy of the plan, risk assessment, and application is sent to the Fire and Rescue Service for comments and recommendations
  • a formal inspection is undertaken by the Local Authority to ensure all conditions are met

Appeal a failed application

If your application is refused, you can appeal this by contacting the Registration and Coroner Services Manager at:

Licence Holder Redress

For any issues or redress, contact the Registration and Coroner Services Manager at:

Make changes to an existing licence

To make changes to your existing licence (e.g., change the licence holder, staff, room capacities, add rooms, etc.) use the form below.

Make changes to Approved Premises Licence Application (PDF)

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Approved Premises Licences

Apply for a licence to hold civil ceremonies such as marriages, civil partnerships, renewal of vows, naming ceremonies, and enhanced and bespoke ceremonies.