Consultations - Licensing Act 2003
Introduction
Below is a list of the applications under the Licensing Act 2003 that are outstanding and other licensing policy documents that the councils are currently consulting on or awaiting hearings.
These are the recently received applications for new licences/registrations and applications to vary existing licences/registrations:
All the applications and policy documents can be viewed in full at the Licensing Unit. All licensing hearings are held, in public, at the Shoreham Centre or Worthing Town Hall unless otherwise noted.
Under the Act minor variation applications cannot be dealt with at hearing but for:
- new premises licence applications
- new club premises certificate applications
- full variations to existing licences
For those that receive relevant representations from 'responsible authorities' and/or any other person, and mediation is unsuccessful or impractical, a hearing is required.
For a guide to making effective representations, see:
For a review of a premises licence, or a club premises certificate, a hearing must be held. See:
A summary of all the applications recently dealt with for:
- new premises licences and club premises certificates
- variations and Minor Variations to existing licences and certificates
- reviews of existing licences and certificates
- for details see: Completed Licensing Act & Gambling Act licence applications and Public Registers of Licences
All relevant representations received regarding a Licensing Act 2003 application will be forwarded unredacted to the applicant as required by the Licensing Act 2003 (Hearings) Regulations 2005 and the Guidance issued under section 182 of the Licensing Act 2003 (December 2023) issued by the Home Office. This will include a representor's name, address and contact details. The Licensing Act 2003 encourages mediation and an applicant will be encouraged to contact representors directly to discuss the application and mediate.
It is an offence knowingly or recklessly to make a false statement in connection with an application made under the Licensing Act 2003 and the maximum fine for which a person is liable is £5,000 on summary conviction for the offence.
Variation to the Premises Licence at:
Stanley Ale House
An application for a 'full variation' to the premises licence at the 'Stanley Ale House'. The bar, with forecourt, is situated at 5 Queensway, Lancing, West Sussex, BN15 9AY
The licence currently authorises the sale of alcohol for consumption on & off the premises between 10:00hrs and 22:00hrs Monday to Sunday.
The application is seeking to vary the existing licence to extend the hours for licensable activity by an hour on Friday and Saturday evenings.
- Alcohol sales:
- 10:00hrs to 23:00hrs Friday & Saturday
- Opening to the public:
- 10:00hrs to 23:30hrs Friday & Saturday
All other terms of licence to remain unchanged.
Licence holder and applicant: Mr Steven Bennett
Consultation closes: Thursday 10 July 2025
Committee Hearing: Scheduled for Thursday 31 July 2025 @ 19:00hrs if required.
Variation to the Premises Licence at:
Funky Dragon
An application for a 'full variation' to the premises licence at the 'Funky Dragon' The restaurant, with pavement forecourt, is situated at the Old Town Hall, 45-49 High Street, Shoreham-By-Sea, BN43 5DD.
The licence currently authorises the sale of alcohol for consumption on & off the premises and the provision of regulated entertainment.
The application seeks to vary the existing licence to:
- Amend the conditions of licence to allow the sale of alcohol for consumption without food within the designated bar area and front pavement forecourt.
All other terms of licence to remain unchanged.
Licence holder and applicant: Funky Dragon Sussex Ltd.
Consultation closes: Monday 28 July 2025
Committee Hearing: Scheduled for Tuesday 26 August 2025 @19:00hrs if required.
New Premises Licence at:
The Rooms
An application for a new premises licence at 'The Rooms'. The multi-function event venue is situated at 44 The Guildbourne Centre, Worthing, BN11 1LZ.
The application is seeking to authorise the sale of alcohol for consumption on the premises and the provision of regulated entertainment in the form of live music and recorded music:
- Sale of alcohol:
- 12:00hrs to 00:00hrs (midnight) Monday - Friday &
- 10:00hrs to 00:00hrs (midnight) Saturday & Sunday
- Live music:
- 12:00hrs to 00:00hrs (midnight) Monday - Friday &
- 10:00hrs to 00:00hrs (midnight) Saturday & Sunday
- Recorded music:
- 08:30hrs to 00:00hrs (midnight) Monday - Friday &
- 08:30hrs to 00:00hrs (midnight) Saturday & Sunday
- Opening to the public:
- 08:30hrs to 00:00hrs (midnight) Monday - Friday &
- 08:30hrs to 00:00hrs (midnight) Saturday & Sunday
The applicant has offered a set of conditions to address the licensing objectives.
Licence holder and applicant: The Rooms (Worthing) Ltd.
Consultation closes: Wednesday 11 June 2025
Committee Hearing: Scheduled for Wednesday 09 July 2025 @ 18:30hrs.
Consultation on this application has now closed. The application has been the subject of a number of representations from the public and a representation from Sussex Police.
The Licensing Act encourages mediation.
Sussex Police and the applicant have mediated successfully and the police's concerns have been addressed by the applicant volunteering a number of enforceable conditions that would be included in any licence that might be granted. However, mediation between the applicant and the members of the public that made representation has not reached agreement so the application has been referred to a Licensing & Control Sub-Committee to consider as detailed above.
New Premises Licence at:
La Dolce Vita
An application for a new premises licence at 'La Dolce Vita'. The beachfront kiosk/cafe is situated at Kiosk 3 (adjacent to the eastern entrance to Worthing Pier), The Promenade, Worthing, BN11 3PX.
The application is seeking to authorise the sale of alcohol for consumption on & off the premises:
- Alcohol Sales:
- 12:00hrs to 20:30hrs Monday – Sunday incl. (12:00hrs to 16:30hrs from 01 Oct – 31 March)
- Opening to the Public
- 12:00hrs to 20:30hrs Monday – Sunday incl. (12:00hrs to 16:30hrs from 01 Oct – 31 March)
The applicant has offered a set of conditions to address the licensing objectives.
Licence holder and applicant: Mr Darren Ousley & Mrs Kerry Ousley
Consultation closes: Monday 30 June 2025
Committee Hearing: Scheduled for Monday 28 July 2025 @ 18:30hrs, if required.
Minor Variation to the Premises Licence at:
Co-Op Store - Tarring
An application for a 'minor variation' to the premises licence at the 'Co-Op Store'. The local supermarket is situated at 23-25 South Street, Tarring, Worthing, West Sussex, BN14 7LG.
The premises licence authorises the sale of alcohol for consumption off the premises.
The application is seeking to vary the licence to authorise:
- Changes to the internal layout of the premises as part of refurbishment works.
No other changes are proposed.
Licence holder and applicant: Co-Operative Group Food Ltd.
Consultation closes: Tuesday 1 July 2025
Committee Hearing: Not required for a minor variation
For a minor variation application, in addition to the statutory 10 working day public consultation, the Licensing Authority has the discretion to consult any responsible authorities it considers necessary and relevant to the type of application. In this case, as it involves proposed changes to layout of the store that could potentially impact on the licensing objectives, Sussex Police, WSCC Fire & Rescue Service, A&W Planning Services and the A&W Environmental Health Team are being consulted.
New Premises Licence at:
B.Water Mini Market
An application for a new premises licence at 'B.Water Mini Market'. The proposed new local supermarket/convenience store is to be situated at 15 Broadwater Street West, Worthing, BN14 9BT
The application is seeking to authorise the sale of alcohol for consumption off the premises:
- Alcohol Sales:
- 09:00hrs to 23:00hrs Monday – Sunday incl.
- Opening to the Public:
- 07:00hrs to 23:00hrs Monday – Sunday incl.
The applicant has offered a set of conditions to address the licensing objectives.
Licence holder and applicant: Mr Jowanro Ghaidan Aubid
Consultation closes: Thursday 3 July 2025
Committee Hearing: Scheduled for Monday 28 July 2025 @ 18:30hrs if required.
New Premises Licence at:
Cafee Oak
An application for a new premises licence at 'Cafee Oak'. The cafe is situated at 2 Stanford Square, Warwick Street, Worthing, BN11 3EZ.
The application is seeking to authorise the sale of alcohol for consumption on the premises and the provision of recorded music:
- Alcohol sales:
- 10:00hrs to 22:00hrs Monday - Sunday incl.
- Recoded music:
- 10:00hrs to 22:00hrs Monday - Sunday incl.
- Opening to the public:
- 08:00hrs to 23:00hrs Monday - Sunday incl.
The applicant has offered a set of conditions to address the licensing objectives.
Licence holder and applicant: Cafe Grey Ltd.
Consultation closes: Friday 4 July 2025
Committee Hearing: Scheduled for Wednesday 30 July 2025 @ 18:30hrs if required
New Premises Licence at:
Peter's Hub
An application for a new premises licence at 'Peter's Hub'. The proposed new convenience store and off licence is to be situated at 33 Rowlands Road, Worthing, BN11 3JJ.
The application is seeking to authorise the sale of alcohol for consumption off the premises:
- Alcohol sales:
- 09:00hrs to 22:00hrs, Monday - Sunday incl.
- Opening to the public:
- 09:00hrs to 22:00hrs, Monday - Sunday incl.
The applicant has offered a set of conditions to address the licensing objectives.
Licence holder and applicant: Peter's Hub Ltd.
Consultation closes: Tuesday 8 July 2025
Committee Hearing: Scheduled for Wednesday 30 July 2025 @ 18:30hrs, if required.
New Premises Licence at:
Bengal Bertie's
An application for a new premises licence at 'Bengal Bertie's'. The established restaurant is situated at 139-141 Montague Street, Worthing, BN11 3BX.
This building has been a licensed restaurant in the past but currently operates without alcohol.
The application is seeking authorisation for the sale of alcohol for consumption on & off the premises:
- Alcohol sales:
- 11:00hrs to 22:30hrs Monday - Sunday incl.
- Opening to the public:
- 10:00hrs to 23:00hrs Monday - Sunday incl.
The applicant has offered a set of conditions to address the licensing objectives.
Licence holder and applicant: Maryamhofu Ltd.
Consultation closes: Friday 11 July 2025
Committee Hearing: Scheduled for Wednesday 06 August 2025 @ 18:30hrs if required.
New Premises Licence at:
2 High Street, Tarring, Worthing, BN14 7NN
An application for a new premises licence at: 2 High Street, Tarring, Worthing, BN14 7NN. A name for the venue has yet to be decided on.
The application is seeking to authorise the sale of alcohol for consumption on & off the premises at a new micro bar and existing salon:
- Alcohol sales:
- 11:00hrs to 23:00hrs Tuesday - Saturday
- 12:00hrs to 21:30hrs Sunday
- Opening to the public:
- 11:00hrs to 23:00hrs Tuesday - Saturday
- 12:00hrs to 21:30hrs Sunday
The applicant has offered a set of conditions to address the licensing objectives.
Licence holder and applicant: Mr Christopher Baxter
Consultation closes: Monday 21 July 2025
Committee Hearing: Scheduled for Thursday 14 August 2025 @ 18:30hrs, if required.
Variation to the Premises Licence at:
The Elephant in the Room
An application for a 'full variation' to the premises licence at the 'Elephant in the Room'. The bar, with forecourt, is situated at 40 Goring Road, Worthing, West Sussex, BN12 4AD.
The licence currently authorises the sale of alcohol for consumption on & off the premises between:
- 12:00 to 22:00hrs Monday - Thursday
- 12:00 to 22:30hrs Friday - Saturday
- and 12:00 to 21:00hrs Sunday
The application is seeking to vary the existing licence to:
- Extend the hours for alcohol sales to:
- 12:00hrs to 22:00hrs Sunday - Tuesday
- 12:00hrs to 22:30hrs Wednesday & Thursday
- 12:00hrs to 23:00hrs Friday & Saturday
All other terms of licence to remain unchanged.
Licence holder and applicant: The Elephant Ltd.
Consultation closes: Thursday 24 July 2025
Committee Hearing: Scheduled for Tuesday 19 August 2025 @18:30hrs if required.
New Premises Licence at:
Tipsy Mares
An application for a new premises licence at the 'Tipsy Mares'. The proposed new wine, cheese and charcuterie bar with pavewment forecourt to be situated at 7 Warwick Street, Worthing, BN11 3DF.
The application is seeking to authorise the sale of alcohol for consumption on & off the premises:
- Sale of alcohol:
- 10:00hrs to 23:00hrs Monday - Sunday
- Opening to the public:
- 10:00hrs to 23:30hrs Monday - Sunday
The applicant has offered a set of conditions to address the licensing objectives.
Licence holder and applicant: Tipsy Mares Ltd.
Consultation closes: Monday 28 July 2025
Committee Hearing: Scheduled for Tuesday 19 August 2025 @ 18:30hrs if required
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