What role will the police undertake to enforce the new laws?
A – The police may at any time enter and inspect any licensed premises. This is a change from the present position in respect of clubs, where previously the police could only enter on the invitation of the members or if they had a warrant. The enforcement of the new licensing laws will continue to be carried out by the police. Licensing Standards Officers have powers to enter the premises at any time to inspect the premises and or any substances, articles or documents found on site as the officer thinks necessary.
