Alcohol licensing laws of the United Kingdom
Alcohol licensing laws of the United Kingdom
The Alcohol licensing laws of the United Kingdom regulate the sale and consumption of alcohol in the UK. The laws are governed by the Licensing Act 2003 for England and Wales, and by the Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005 for Scotland.
Pronunciation
- Alcohol: /ˈælkəhɒl/
- Licensing: /ˈlaɪsənsɪŋ/
- Laws: /lɔːz/
- United Kingdom: /juːˈnaɪ.tɪd ˈkɪŋ.dəm/
Etymology
The term "alcohol" comes from the Arabic word "al-kuhl", which means "the kohl". The term "licensing" is derived from the Latin word "licentia", meaning "freedom" or "permission". The term "law" comes from the Old English word "lagu", meaning something laid down or fixed. The term "United Kingdom" refers to the political union of the countries of England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
Related Terms
- Licensing Act 2003: The act that governs the sale and consumption of alcohol in England and Wales.
- Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005: The act that governs the sale and consumption of alcohol in Scotland.
- Alcohol: A psychoactive substance that is the active ingredient in drinks such as beer, wine, and distilled spirits.
- United Kingdom: A country in northwestern Europe that includes England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
Alcohol Licensing Laws
The alcohol licensing laws of the United Kingdom are designed to control the sale and consumption of alcohol, with the aim of preventing crime, promoting public safety, preventing public nuisance, and protecting children from harm. The laws are enforced by the Local Authority, which has the power to grant and revoke licenses for the sale of alcohol.
The Licensing Act 2003 and the Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005 both require anyone selling or supplying alcohol to have a suitable license. The types of licenses include a Premises License, which is required for any venue where alcohol is sold, and a Personal License, which is required for individuals selling or supplying alcohol.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Alcohol licensing laws of the United Kingdom
- Wikipedia's article - Alcohol licensing laws of the United Kingdom
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