Licensing

How it works

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

The Licensing Act 2003 means that the local Council issues the license.  Reading Borough Council licensing meetings are open to the public and anyone who wishes, and gives notice, has the right to speak. 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.

Licensing Act 2003

Consultation exercise in connection with Cumulative Impact Policy affecting premises licensed to sell alcohol in Reading town centre. Click here for details.

Contacts and Links

Reading Borough Council is the Licensing Authority. Representation may be made in writing or be email. Written comments, whether they are 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.