Consultation on the statutory Licensing Act 2003 statement of licensing policy review

About this consultation  

Consultation start date: 00:00 on 28 July 2025

Consultation end date: 23:59 on 7 September 2025

Cheltenham Borough Council (the authority) previously adopted its statement of licensing policy in 2021. The main purpose of this policy is to provide clarity to applicants, responsible authorities, elected members and other persons on how the authority will determine applications for the sale/supply of alcohol, the provision of regulated entertainment and the provision of late-night refreshment, and also to provide a basis for all licensing decisions taken by the authority over the next five years. It will also inform elected members of the parameters within which licensing decisions can be made.

There is a statutory requirement to review the document at least every five years.

The proposed amendments are shown in this form for any consultee to complete. Changes are also shown in tracked changes in the draft policy document.

How you can respond

This consultation closes at 23:59 on 7 September 2025 (6 weeks). There are several ways to respond to this consultation:

Further information

The licensing consultations privacy statement can be found on the authority's website.

The authority is keen to hear your views on these proposals and is consulting with the trades it regulates, relevant stakeholders and the wider public.

We will also use the authority website to publicise the consultation taking place and our proposals. An online survey tool to respond to the consultation is available on our website and in paper form available from the authority reception area at the Municipal Offices.

We will also consult directly with the following groups, organisations or individuals.

  • Responsible Authorities as prescribed by the Licensing Act 2003
  • The Cheltenham Borough Authority – Licensing Committee
  • The local MP
  • Cheltenham Borough Council elected members
  • Cheltenham Business and Improvement District (BID)
  • Cheltenham Borough Council Marketing and Events team
  • Cheltenham Safe
  • Holly Gazzard Trust
  • Disability groups

If you have any questions about this consultation, please contact [email protected] before making the final decision in respect of these proposals.