Have your say
Statement of Licensing Policy Consultation 2026
Pembrokeshire County Council’s Licensing Policy covers places like pubs and bars, and most venues that sell alcohol, serve hot food late at night, or host entertainment such as live music, dancing, films, or certain sports events.
The Statement of Licensing Policy provides advice and guidance to applicants and licence holders and details the approach that will be taken by the Licensing Authority when considering new applications under the Act and the expectations of existing licence and certificate holders under the Licensing Act. The policy is due for review.
Why are we consulting?
The Authority is required to consult upon a revised Statement of Licensing Policy under the Licensing Act 2005 every 5 years.
The statement of licensing policy aims to secure public safety, protect children from harm, prevent public nuisance and prevent crime and disorder whilst encouraging a sustainable leisure and entertainment industry and vibrant town centres and nighttime economy.
The Licensing Act 2003 requires that Licensing Authorities publish a Statement of Licensing Policy which sets out the various factors that they will take into account and consider in the administration and determination of applications made under the Act in relation to the promotion of the Licensing Objectives.
The council recognises both the expectations of local residents for a safe and healthy environment in which to live and work, and the need for the provision of safe and well conducted entertainment, hospitality and leisure facilities throughout the county.
Our current policy came into effect on 1st June 2021 and is now subject to review.
Statement of Licensing Policy 2026 - Licensing Act
Ways to give your views
Please complete the online survey.
If you would like a paper copy please call our Customer Contact Centre on 01437 764551 or email licensing@pembrokeshire.gov.uk so we can make arrangements to send this to you.
The closing date for completed responses is 19th January 2026.
The responses you provide will be compiled into an anonymised report (i.e. if you provide any personal details, such as your name, as part of your response we won’t include these details) and used to inform an Integrated Impact Assessment.
Expected outcomes
We will analyse the feedback and comments received and this will be considered by the Licensing Committee in early 2026, with a view to placing before Cabinet for a decision in Spring 2026.
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