Licensing policy consultation 2025

Consultation closes: 31 August 2025
Consultation opened: 7 July 2025

Our Licensing Policy requires a full review to remain current, and several amendments have been proposed.

Our Licensing Policy outlines how we, as the licensing authority, intend to operate and promote our licensing objectives within Central Bedfordshire. It offers clear guidance to both existing and new licensees regarding our approach to licensing and incorporates relevant legislative changes.

These licenses may cover a variety of activities and venues, including those that serve alcohol, offer entertainment, and provide late-night refreshments.

We reviewed the policy last year and incorporated a few small updates following a consultation with the public and licensed venues.

These updates included incorporating our latest strategic priorities into the introduction, refreshing some of the guidance resources, and updating dates and population figures.