FDR can assist with all aspects of licensing applications, reviews and additional issues experienced by licence holders under the Licensing Act 2003 and Gambling Act 2005. 

As a commercial practice FDR are experienced in dealing with the additional regulatory issues surrounding premises licences whether that be a new application or an issues arising as part of, for example, a business sale or relocation of premises and are licensing lawyers often assist other departments dealing with a transaction with a licensing aspect. 

Whether you are publican, off-licence proprietor, restaurateur or organising an event involving the supply of alcohol FDR can assist in ensuring your obtain the appropriate licence.  We can also help you to protect your licence in the event of a breach or review by the local authorities. 

Examples of the services FDR offer include

• Premises licence applications under the Licensing Act 2003 or Gambling Act 2005, whether for a new licence or variation to an existing licence
• Minor variation applications, for example in relation to a planned renovation of the premises or removing embedded restrictions under the Licensing Act 1964
• Application to transfer a Premises Licence
• Temporary Event Notices
• Representing Licence Holders subject a review by the Local Authorities including the appeals process