Licences Vary designated premises supervisor

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In every premises licensed for the supply of alcohol, a personal licence holder must be specified as the designated premises supervisor (DPS). This will normally be the person who has day-to-day responsibility for running the premises.

If the designated premises supervisor changes, the premises licence must be varied to show the new DPS. It's important that the licensing authority and police are notified of this change as soon as possible. The new DPS must also consent to this variation.

Am I eligible to apply for a vary designated premises supervisor?

Yes, if you're the DPS of a premises licensed to serve alcohol.

What is it for?

Changing the name of the personal licence holder of a premises licensed to serve alcohol.

Who needs one?

Any premises licensed for the supply of alcohol which has a new personal licence holder.

How long will it take?

We will issue your licence no later than 14 days after the consultation period finishes.

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