Licences Vary an existing premises licence or club certificate (minor)

If you wish to change any aspect of your licence or club certificate once it has been granted, you'll need to apply to us for either a full or a minor variation.

If you want to make a small, low-risk change to your premises licence, you should use this form. It's cheaper and quicker than the full variation application. 

Small changes could include:

• Removing a licensable activity
  
• Reducing the hours you sell alcohol 
  
• Making small changes to the layout of your premises 
  

If you apply for a minor variation and your application is rejected, you won't be able to appeal. However, you can reapply using the full variation process. If you're not sure, contact us for advice on which process is more suitable for the change you want to make.

If a minor variation doesn’t cover the change you’re looking to make and you think you might need to make a full variation application, you can find more details on our full variation page.

Am I eligible to apply for a vary an existing premises licence or club certificate (minor)?

Yes, if you hold an existing premises licence and the change you’re looking to make fits with the above description. 

What is it for?

To allow you to make minor changes to the operating schedule of your licensed premises.

Who needs one?

Anyone wishing to make a small change to the schedule of licensed operation determined by an existing licence.

How long will it take?

You must allow at least 45 days for an application to be processed. Applications will be determined within 15 working days; this includes a ten working day consultation period which begins the day after a valid application is received by us.