POLICE are reminding owners of licensed premises are reminded to renew liquor licenses before deadline.
The PSNI’s District Licensing Officer in Derry City and Strabane Policing District said they must be renewed by September 30, 2017.
Constable Paul Larkin said: “It is important that all owners of licensed premise ensure their businesses comply with legislation.
“Therefore we are encouraging everyone to renew their liquor licenses no less than 3 weeks before the deadline.”
To do this you need to:
Contact your local court office and notify them of your renewal.
Contact the District Commander in Strand Road Police Station. If you live in a different policing district to your licensed premises, you must also notify the District Commander there.
Contact Derry City and Strabane District council office.
Constable Larkin added: “If you are the owner of a pub or bar, the renewal of a liquor licence is your responsibility.
“You need to ensure your business complies with the current legislation as outlined in the Licensing (Northern Ireland) Order 1996.
“Previously a number of businesses have failed to renew their licence within the required time frame.
“It is important to note that failure to renew your licences before the deadline will mean that your business will not be allowed to sell alcohol until the licence has been renewed.”
For guidance: Although the Department for Communities is responsible for the policy and maintenance of the Licensing (Northern Ireland) Order 1996, the PSNI is responsible for enforcing this legislation.