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The Lead Lawyer referred to the Statutory Licensing Sub Committee Procedure, for information.
The Chair welcomed all attendees to the meeting and the Lead Lawyer referred to the procedure to be adopted by the Sub-Committee when considering the application. The Licensing Officer reported on the application for a New Premises Licence in respect of 126 Rhyddings Terrace, Brynmill, Swansea which had been received on 16 April 2026. The application proposed: Supply of Alcohol (off sales) Monday - Sunday 0800 – 2200 The Licensing Officer referred to the Licensing Objectives, policy considerations, and guidance from the Home Office. Specific reference was made to the application and plan at Appendix A and A1, the location plan at Appendix B and a list of licensed premises in the area at Appendix B1. Conditions consistent with the operating schedule are set out at Appendix C and representations made by Other Persons were attached at Appendix D. There were no relevant representations from Responsible Authorities. One representation had been received from Other Persons at Appendix D. The representation related to the following: • Prevention of Crime and Disorder • Public Safety • Prevention of Public Nuisance The Lead Lawyer referred to the non attendance of the Other Person and confirmed that the representation was included within the agenda papers for Members consideration. In respThe Chair welcomed all attendees to the meeting and the Lead Lawyer referred to the procedure to be adopted by the Sub-Committee when considering the application. The Licensing Officer reported on the application for a New Premises Licence in respect of 126 Rhyddings Terrace, Brynmill, Swansea which had been received on 16 April 2026. The application proposed: Supply of Alcohol (off sales) Monday - Sunday 0800 – 2200 The Licensing Officer referred to the Licensing Objectives, policy considerations, and guidance from the Home Office. Specific reference was made to the application and plan at Appendix A and A1, the location plan at Appendix B and a list of licensed premises in the area at Appendix B1. Conditions consistent with the operating schedule are set out at Appendix C and representations made by Other Persons were attached at Appendix D. There were no relevant representations from Responsible Authorities. One representation had been received from Other Persons at Appendix D. The representation related to the following: • Prevention of Crime and Disorder • Public Safety • Prevention of Public Nuisance The Lead Lawyer referred to the non attendance of the Other Person and confirmed that the representation was included within the agenda papers for Members consideration. In response to a question from the Solicitor representing the Applicant, the Committee confirmed that they had received a copy of the letter dated 14 May 2026 addressing the concerns raised by the Other Persons. The Solicitor for the Applicant referred to the application for a single licensable activity, namely the supply of alcohol from 0800 to 2200 hours, as set out in section J of the application. He also referred to the operating schedule and mandatory conditions that would apply if the licence were granted. He addressed the single representation and the absence of the objector. Members confirmed they had received and read a letter sent to the objector from the Solicitor, which sought to address the concerns raised and invited withdrawal of the representation. Members noted that the objector wished the representation to remain. The Solicitor submitted that it was, at best, only a partial objection, as one element related to asserted need, which was not a relevant consideration. He stated the only remaining issue was a general concern about a possible future increase in crime and disorder. He referred to the Section 182 Guidance, which stated that Committees should treat the responsible authorities as the relevant experts in these matters. He noted that no responsible authority had made a representation which should give the Committee confidence that the application had been properly scrutinised and that granting it would not undermine the licensing objectives. The Committee also noted that the Applicant and his family had been involved in the trade for 40 to 50 years collectively, with no previous concerns raised about their activities. Reference was made to the plan at Appendix B1, which identified the proposed premises at 126 Rhyddings Terrace and the nearby store already operated by the Applicant’s family. It was also noted that the proposed hours do not extend beyond those already available in the area, with a 2200 hours closing time consistent with existing provision. The Solicitor stated that the premises had been derelict for some years but had since undergone substantial renovation and that there was some positive feeling in the community about the additional service. He concluded by again highlighting the absence of objections from the responsible authorities and the fact that the objection before the Committee had not been pursued in person. He invited the Committee to grant the application as made. It was Resolved that the press and public be excluded from the hearing in accordance with paragraph 14 of the Licensing Act (Hearings) Regulations 2005, to enable the Sub-Committee to take legal advice. (Closed Session) Members discussed the issues relating to the application. (Open Session) The Lawyer advising the Sub-Committee gave a comprehensive overview of the legal advice tendered. The Chair indicated that the Sub-Committee had considered the application and representation made and the needs and interests of all parties in terms of the Council’s Statements of Licensing Policy, statutory guidance and the requirements of the Licensing Act 2003. The Sub‑Committee Resolved to Grant the application for a new premises licence as modified, subject to: • Conditions consistent with the operating schedule (Appendix C), • Mandatory conditions under the Licensing Act 2003. Supply of Alcohol Monday - Sunday 0800 – 2200 1. A Comprehensive recordable CCTV system will be installed and maintained covering all areas whilst encompassing all ingress and egress to the premises. The system must continually record whilst the premises is open for licensable activities and during all times when customers remain at the premises. The system must be capable of providing pictures of evidential quality, in particular facial recognition. All recordings must be stored for a minimum period of 31 days with date and time. Recordings must be made available immediately upon the request of a Police or Authorised Officer. 2. A staff member from the premises who is conversant with the operation of the CCTV system shall be on the premises at all times when the premises is open to the public. This staff member shall be able to show Police or authorised officer recent data or footage with the absolute minimum of delay when requested. 3. All sales of alcohol for consumption off the premises shall be in sealed containers only, and shall not be consumed on the premises. 4. A Challenge 25 proof of age scheme, shall be operated at the premises and where the only acceptable forms of identification shall bear their photograph, date of birth and a holographic mark. 5. A log shall be kept detailing all refused sales of alcohol. The log should include the date and time of the refused sale and the name of the member of staff who refused the sale. The log shall be available for inspection at the premises by the police or an authorised officer of the Council at all times whilst the premises are open. 6. Premises to keep up to date records available for inspection of staff training in respect of age-related sales. Refresher training to be undertaken every six months. 7. Notices shall be clearly displayed in the premises to emphasise to customers the prohibition on providing sales of alcohol to persons under the age of eighteen years. 8. The Premises Licence Holder and Designated Premises Supervisor shall be responsible for ensuring that sales made from the premises are advertised correctly and contain warning that the alcohol is for sale only to persons over the age of 18. Any failure to provide evidence of age is asked for at the point of collection will negate the sale and all refusal of sales will be logged on the refusal of sale log sheet. 9. Notices shall be prominently displayed at all exits requesting patrons to respect the needs of local residents and leave the area quietly. Reasons for Decision The Sub‑Committee carefully considered the application and operating schedule, the Officer’s report and agenda pack, the written and oral representations from other persons, the oral submissions made on behalf of the applicant, the Council’s Statement of Licensing Policy, and the Statutory Guidance issued under section 182 of the Licensing Act 2003. The Sub‑Committee determined the application on its individual merits with a view to promoting the four licensing objectives. The Sub‑Committee attached significant weight to the fact that no relevant representations were received from any Responsible Authority, including South Wales Police, licensing, Environmental Health and Trading Standards. Members considered this to be a strong indication that the application did not give rise to concerns of a regulatory nature in respect of the licensing objectives. The Sub‑Committee carefully considered the written and oral representation from the Other Person. The Sub‑Committee recognised these concerns as genuinely held. However, Members noted that certain matters raised were not licensable matters or are beyond the control of the premises licence holder and therefore cannot be determinative of the application. These matters were nevertheless considered insofar as they related to the licensing objectives. The Sub‑Committee therefore resolved to grant the application. Right of Appeal Any party to the decision has the right to appeal to the Magistrates’ Court within 21 days of receipt of the formal decision notice. onse to a question from the Solicitor representing the Applicant, the Committee confirmed that they had received a copy of the letter dated 14 May 2026 addressing the concerns raised by the Other Persons. The Solicitor for the Applicant referred to the application for a single licensable activity, namely the supply of alcohol from 0800 to 2200 hours, as set out in section J of the application. He also referred to the operating schedule and mandatory conditions that would apply if the licence were granted. He addressed the single representation and the absence of the objector. Members confirmed they had received and read a letter sent to the objector from the Solicitor, which sought to address the concerns raised and invited withdrawal of the representation. Members noted that the objector wished the representation to remain. The Solicitor submitted that it was, at best, only a partial objection, as one element related to asserted need, which was not a relevant consideration. He stated the only remaining issue was a general concern about a possible future increase in crime and disorder. He referred to the Section 182 Guidance, which stated that Committees should treat the responsible authorities as the relevant experts in these matters. He noted that no responsible authority had made a representation which should give the Committee confidence that the application had been properly scrutinised and that granting it would not undermine the licensing objectives. The Committee also noted that the Applicant and his family had been involved in the trade for 40 to 50 years collectively, with no previous concerns raised about their activities. Reference was made to the plan at Appendix B1, which identified the proposed premises at 126 Rhyddings Terrace and the nearby store already operated by the Applicant’s family. It was also noted that the proposed hours do not extend beyond those already available in the area, with a 2200 hour closing time consistent with existing provision. The Solicitor stated that the premises had been derelict for some years but had since undergone substantial renovation and that there was some positive feeling in the community about the additional service. He concluded by again highlighting the absence of objections from the responsible authorities and the fact that the objection before the Committee had not been pursued in person. He invited the Committee to grant the application as made. It was Resolved that the press and public be excluded from the hearing in accordance with paragraph 14 of the Licensing Act (Hearings) Regulations 2005, to enable the Sub-Committee to take legal advice. (Closed Session) Members discussed the issues relating to the application. (Open Session) The Lawyer advising the Sub-Committee gave a comprehensive overview of the legal advice tendered. The Chair indicated that the Sub-Committee had considered the application and representation made and the needs and interests of all parties in terms of the Council’s Statements of Licensing Policy, statutory guidance and the requirements of the Licensing Act 2003. The Sub‑Committee Resolved to Grant the application for a new premises licence as modified, subject to: • Conditions consistent with the operating schedule (Appendix C), • Mandatory conditions under the Licensing Act 2003. Supply of Alcohol Monday - Sunday 0800 – 2200 10. A Comprehensive recordable CCTV system will be installed and maintained covering all areas whilst encompassing all ingress and egress to the premises. The system must continually record whilst the premises is open for licensable activities and during all times when customers remain at the premises. The system must be capable of providing pictures of evidential quality, in particular facial recognition. All recordings must be stored for a minimum period of 31 days with date and time. Recordings must be made available immediately upon the request of a Police or Authorised Officer. 11. A staff member from the premises who is conversant with the operation of the CCTV system shall be on the premises at all times when the premises is open to the public. This staff member shall be able to show Police or authorised officer recent data or footage with the absolute minimum of delay when requested. 12. All sales of alcohol for consumption off the premises shall be in sealed containers only, and shall not be consumed on the premises. 13. A Challenge 25 proof of age scheme, shall be operated at the premises and where the only acceptable forms of identification shall bear their photograph, date of birth and a holographic mark. 14. A log shall be kept detailing all refused sales of alcohol. The log should include the date and time of the refused sale and the name of the member of staff who refused the sale. The log shall be available for inspection at the premises by the police or an authorised officer of the Council at all times whilst the premises are open. 15. Premises to keep up to date records available for inspection of staff training in respect of age-related sales. Refresher training to be undertaken every six months. 16. Notices shall be clearly displayed in the premises to emphasise to customers the prohibition on providing sales of alcohol to persons under the age of eighteen years. 17. The Premises Licence Holder and Designated Premises Supervisor shall be responsible for ensuring that sales made from the premises are advertised correctly and contain warning that the alcohol is for sale only to persons over the age of 18. Any failure to provide evidence of age is asked for at the point of collection will negate the sale and all refusal of sales will be logged on the refusal of sale log sheet. 18. Notices shall be prominently displayed at all exits requesting patrons to respect the needs of local residents and leave the area quietly. Reasons for Decision The Sub‑Committee carefully considered the application and operating schedule, the Officer’s report and agenda pack, the written and oral representations from other persons, the oral submissions made on behalf of the applicant, the Council’s Statement of Licensing Policy, and the Statutory Guidance issued under section 182 of the Licensing Act 2003. The Sub‑Committee determined the application on its individual merits with a view to promoting the four licensing objectives. The Sub‑Committee attached significant weight to the fact that no relevant representations were received from any Responsible Authority, including South Wales Police, licensing, Environmental Health and Trading Standards. Members considered this to be a strong indication that the application did not give rise to concerns of a regulatory nature in respect of the licensing objectives. The Sub‑Committee carefully considered the written and oral representation from the Other Person. The Sub‑Committee recognised these concerns as genuinely held. However, Members noted that certain matters raised were not licensable matters or are beyond the control of the premises licence holder and therefore cannot be determinative of the application. These matters were nevertheless considered insofar as they related to the licensing objectives. The Sub‑Committee therefore resolved to grant the application. Right of Appeal Any party to the decision has the right to appeal to the Magistrates’ Court within 21 days of receipt of the formal decision notice.
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