Agenda, decisions and draft minutes

Nominations for a Chairman of the Licensing Sub Committee were sought. On the nomination of Cllr Ruth Hopkinson, seconded by Cllr Tim Trimble, it was,

Resolved:

To elect Cllr Peter Hutton as Chairman for this meeting only.

To receive any apologies for absence and to note any substitutions.

There were no apologies or substitutions received.

The Chairman notified all those present at the meeting that it was not being recorded by Wiltshire Council, but that the meeting could be recorded by the  press or members of the public.

The Chairman reminded those present that any speakers that wished to remain and make a statement to the Sub Committee would be giving consent to there being the possibility that they would be recorded presenting this.

It was noted that those that had made a representation would not be identified by name within the minutes.

The Chairman then asked if anyone present wished to withdraw from the meeting.  All parties confirmed they wished to remain in and take part in the Sub Committee hearing.

The Chairman explained the procedure to be followed at the hearing, as contained within the “Wiltshire Licensing Committee Procedural Rules for the Hearing of Licensing Act 2003 Applications” (Pages 5 to 10 of the agenda refers).

To receive any declarations of disclosable interests or dispensations granted by the Standards Committee.

To consider and determine an Application for a Premises Licence made by Box Catering Ltd in respect of 8 Market Place, Box, Corsham, SN13 8NZ.  The report of the Public Protection Officer (Licensing) is attached.

Application by Box Catering Ltd for a Premises Licence in respect of 8 Market Place, Box, Corsham, SN13 8NZ

Licensing Officer’s Submission

The Sub Committee considered a report (circulated with the agenda) seeking determination for an application for a Premises Licence, for which two relevant representations had been received. Teresa Isaacson (Public Protection Officer – Licensing) introduced the report about the application which was for the following licensable activity:

·       Sale by retail of alcohol (On sales only) 12:00-22:00 everyday

·       Hours open to the public 09:00-22:00 every day (not a licensable activity)

It was noted by the Sub Committee that there were four options available to them:

1.    To grant the licence subject to such conditions as are consistent with those included in the operating schedule submitted with the application, modified to such extent as the Sub Committee considers appropriate for the promotion of the licensing objectives, together with any mandatory conditions required by the Licensing Act.

2.    To exclude from the scope of the application any licensable activity.

3.    To refuse to specify a person as the designated premises supervisor.

4.    To reject the application.

The Public Protection Officer (Licensing) then highlighted that since the time of the application the Applicant had changed their name from VD Catering Ltd to Box Catering Ltd.

The following parties attended the hearing and took part in it:

On behalf of the Applicant

·       Two representatives on behalf of Box Catering Ltd.

Relevant Representations

·       Three local residents were in attendance who, between them, had made two relevant representations in objection to the application as it was made.

Responsible Authorities

·       There were no Responsible Authorities present.

The Chairman advised that the written representations had been read and considered by the members of the Sub Committee in advance of the meeting.

He then invited the Applicant to introduce their application.

Applicant’s Submission

The Applicant’s representatives spoke in support of granting the Premises Licence, highlighting the following points:

·       The Director of Box Catering Ltd had around 23 years’ experience in catering and hospitality, including on Viking Cruise Line. They were based in in nearby Rudloe and ran a food catering business that had supported events in Box. The company was known in the community and had received positive feedback.

·       Their intention was to open a cosy family restaurant serving homemade food. They felt that this would be more versatile than their existing gazebo as it would allow them to operate in a wider range of weather conditions. 

·       The premises was on the site of a former butcher’s shop, so it would be a positive thing for the community to bring new life to the street. The shop had closed following the retirement of the butcher. The Applicant had agreed a 10-year lease on the site, which had been vacant for a few months.

·       They felt that it would be better for the community if they applied for a licence as it would give them greater control over the consumption of alcohol on the premises than if customers were  ...  view the full minutes text for item 6.