Issue - meetings

To submit the report of the Head of Regulation and Economic Development.

It was resolved to support the submission of the draft Statement of Licensing Policy 2026-2031 to the Full Council for adoption.

The report of the Head of Regulation and Economic Development incorporating the Statement of Licensing Policy 2026-2031 was presented for consideration. The report sought the Executive’s endorsement  of the policy for submission to the Full Council.

Councillor Nicola Roberts, Portfolio Member for Planning and Public Protection presented the report noting that the Isle of Anglesey Council as the Licensing Authority, is required every five years to review, consult and publish a Statement of Licensing Policy. The policy sets out how the Authority will exercise its functions under the Licensing Act 2003 including how it will make decisions on licences for the sale and supply of alcohol, regulated entertainment and late night refreshment. The licensing authority must carry out its functions with a view to promoting the four statutory licensing objectives and the policy is framed around these  – preventing crime and disorder, ensuring public safety, preventing public nuisance and protecting children from harm.

A draft policy was issued for consultation between 14 November 2025 and 5 January 2026. Responses were received from BCUHB, Public Health, Environmental Health and one licence holder. The feedback informed a series of targeted amendments to strengthen specific sections of the policy.

It was resolved to support the submission of the draft Statement of Licensing Policy 2026-2031 to the Full Council for adoption.