Licensing
PLEASE NOTE that the Licensing (Scotland) Act 1976 ("the 1976 Act") will be completely repealed with effect from 1 September 2009 and replaced by the Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005 ("the 2005 Act").
During the transition period of 1st February 2008 and 1st September 2009 any one considering applying for a licence should read our guidance pages on the 2005 Act (link) as it will be necessary to also submit an application under the new Act to ensure continuity of trading. A licence granted under the 2005 Act will come into effect at 5am on 1st September 2009.
Any licence granted under the 1976 Act will only be valid until 5am on 1st September 2009. This means that licensees, wishing to continue to trade after that date, will need a premises licence issued under the 2005 Act.
From 1 February 2008 to 28 February 2009 the Licensing Board may not consider applications for grant/provisional grant of a licence under the 1976 Act if an application in terms of the 2005 Act is not lodged at the same time. This decision has been taken to try and ensure that licence holders have a valid licence following the change in legislation.
After the 28th February 2009, you should check with the Licensing Administrator whether the Board will deal with 1976 Act applications as it is not required to do so.
Due to decreasing relevance our published information relating to the 1976 Act may not be updated or revised. During this time assistance is available from our Licensing Administrator whose contact details are listed below.
If you are in doubt about any aspect of your licence application please ask for advice. We will be happy to talk you through the changes and advise you on the completion of the required forms.
The range of Licences available from Clackmannanshire Council is varied and the timescales for submitting your application can be vital. Failure to disclose relevant information will delay processing your application so please check you have completed all relevant details.
Please use the links in the menu to find general details including key dates and costs associated with licences that you have an interest in. There is a separate page of advice for community groups who are arranging fundraising events.
At the moment you can download application forms and guidance notes from this site. Completed forms and the appropriate fee should be returned by post to the address detailed on the form. We are hoping to accept electronic applications in the near future.
Licence applications fall into two categories:
- Civic and Miscellaneous Licences and Permits, granted by the Licensing Section of Administration and Legal Services through delegated powers. In addition, approval of applications can be referred to the Council's Regulatory Sub Committee.
- Liquor and Gaming Licences and Permits, granted by Clackmannanshire Council Licensing Board.
A list of all licences and their fees is also available.
You can also seek further information or advice through speaking to the staff in the Licensing Section of Administration and Legal Services by using the contact details below. If you choose to send an enquiry by email you will receive an electronic acknowledgement within 2 working days.
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Contact information
For further information about this page please contact:
Licensing Administrator, Chief Executive's Services
Greenfield House, Tullibody Road, Alloa, FK10 2AD
Tel: 01259 452093 / 450000 Fax: 01259 452230
Email: chiefexecutiveservice@clacks.gov.uk
Or use the on-line contact form.