Licensing reviews
Some licences can be reviewed by a committee of councillors. Reviews must be supported by evidence and be based on the following grounds:
Grounds for objection
A licence for alcohol, entertainment and late night take-away licences under the Licensing Act 2003 can be objected to under the following grounds:
- crime and disorder
- public safety
- public nuisance
- poses harm to children
- breach of licensing conditions
A licence for gambling and betting under the Gambling Act 2005 can be objected to under the following grounds:
- crime and disorder
- gambling isn’t fair and open
- poses harm to children and vulnerable people
- breach of licensing conditions
Committee powers
The committee has a range of powers available to it. They can issue warnings, suspend licences, impose additional conditions or revoke licences.
You can download the forms to apply for a Licensing Act 2003 review or a Gambling Act 2005 review.
Complaints about licences that are issued on an annual basis may be taken into consideration when those licences are renewed.
Commercial and Licensing team
Address: Harrow CouncilCommercial and Licensing Team
PO Box 1358
Harrow
HA3 3QN