Licensing

How it works

CADRA keeps in touch with Reading Borough Council and has developed a close working relationship with the Licensing Section.

The new Licensing Act, 2003, meant that there were several changes in how licensing applications are handled.

Under the new rules the local Council issues the license. Meetings are open to the public and anyone who wishes, and gives notice, has the right to speak at the meeting. Three Councillors, advised by the legal officer, give their decision. If either party is not satisfied then appeal may be made to the Magistrates Court.

The Council may impose conditions on granting the license. Should any of these be broken any member of the public is now entitled to bring this to the Licensing Authority’s attention and it is possible that the licensed premises can even lose its license.

Contacts and Links

Reading Borough Council is the Licensing Authority. Representation may be made in writing or be email. Written comments, be they in support or objecting to an application should be addressed the RBC Licensing Section, Level 4, The Civic Centre.

The email address is: licensing@reading.gov.uk

Guidance on the Licensing Act is available on the RBC licensing website.

The section - Weekly Reports - is intended to show applications received by the Council. If this is not up to date, the Licensing Section are happy to advise on current applications. Use the ‘contact us’ on the website or telephone 0118 947 3165.

Recent Applications

Reading Festival 2007
The Riverview Brasserie - information on Magistrates Court Appeal Hearing
The Island Bar and Restaurant