Statement of Licensing Policy

As per the Licensing Act 2003, the licensing authorities of both district Councils have to produce a Statement of Licensing Policy.

The purpose of this policy is to inform everybody of the boundaries within which each licensing authority operates.

The policies:

• explain how both district Councils will make their licensing decisions
• advise on the legislative framework

The policy was approved by Full Council on 24 November 2020

The policy takes effect from 7 January 2021, for a period of five years (unless revisions are needed sooner).

Statement of Licensing Policy (Babergh District) 2021-2026

This policy refers to a multi-agency enforcement concordat (agreement) and protocol which is available separately.

If you have any concerns that a premises is unlicensed, or breaching the terms and conditions of a licence, please contact the Licensing Team.  

Serious matters such as crime, disorder or anti-social behaviour should be reported to the police.