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Licensing Act Sub-Committee - Thursday, 25th April, 2024 2.00 pm

April 25, 2024 View on council website Watch video of meeting
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Summary

The council meeting primarily focused on the application for a full variation of a premises license for The Studio on Castle Street. The application sought to extend operational hours on Fridays and Saturdays.

Decision: Appointment of Meeting Chair

  • About: The meeting began with the appointment of Councillor Edwards as the chair for the session.
  • Arguments: There were no opposing views or discussions; the decision was quickly seconded and unanimously approved.
  • Implications: This procedural decision facilitated the orderly conduct of the meeting.

Decision: Declaration of Interest

  • About: Councillors were asked to declare any personal interests related to the agenda items, specifically the premises license application.
  • Arguments: Councillor Hayne disclosed past frequent visits to the venue, ensuring transparency. No other declarations were made.
  • Implications: This ensured that all council members approached the decision-making process with declared and acknowledged biases or connections, maintaining ethical standards.

Decision: Approval of Premises License Variation for The Studio

  • About: The main agenda was the consideration of extending licensed operational hours for The Studio.
  • Arguments: The applicants argued that the extension was supported by customer demand and a lack of complaints or objections from key stakeholders like police and environmental health officers. Temporary licenses had been successfully trialed without incident. Objectors cited concerns about potential noise and disorder, although these were not substantiated by police reports or formal complaints.
  • Implications: The decision could enhance business for The Studio by aligning its operational hours with competitors, potentially increasing revenue and customer satisfaction without adding to public nuisance or safety issues.

Interesting Occurrence:

  • Detail: The meeting had a light-hearted moment when Councillor Hayne joked about feeling like a grandma in the venue due to its long history, highlighting the venue's longstanding presence and community familiarity.

Overall, the meeting was conducted efficiently, with clear support for the local business's growth while considering community standards and safety.

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