Rochdale BCNumber One Riverside

La Strada

38/40 Drake Street, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL16 1NU

Completed application 115324 which is a New Application for Premises Licence from 07/08/2023 to indefinite

Applicant(s)

Permitted Activities

• a performance of live music
• any playing of recorded music
• provision of late night refreshment
• the sale by retail of alcohol

Additional Conditions

• ANNEX 1 - MANDATORY CONDITIONS

   

  Annex 1

   

  The following conditions apply unless they have been superseded by provisions of the Licensing Act 2003.

   

  On Licence

   

   

  Licensing Act 2003 Mandatory Conditions

   

  Mandatory conditions where licence authorises the supply of alcohol

   

   

  (1)              No supply of alcohol may be made under the premises licence -

   

  (a)              at a time when there is no designated premises supervisor in respect of the premises licence, or

  (b)              at a time when the designated premises supervisor does not hold a personal licence or his personal licence is suspended.

   

  (2)              The supply of alcohol under the premises licence must be made or authorised by a person who holds a personal licence.

   

  The Licensing Act 2003 (Mandatory Licensing Conditions) Order 2010

   

  1.-(1) The responsible person must ensure that staff on relevant premises do not carry out, arrange or participate in any irresponsible promotions in relation to the premises.

   

  (2) In this paragraph, an irresponsible promotion means any one or more of the following activities, or substantially similar activities, carried on for the purpose of encouraging the sale or supply of alcohol for consumption on the premises-

   

  (a) games or other activities which require or encourage, or are designed to require or encourage, individuals to-

  (i) drink a quantity of alcohol within a time limit (other than to drink alcohol sold or supplied on the premises before the cessation of the period in which the responsible person is authorised to sell or supply alcohol), or

  (ii) drink as much alcohol as possible (whether within a time limit or otherwise);

   

  (b) provision of unlimited or unspecified quantities of alcohol free or for a fixed or discounted fee to the public or to a group defined by a particular characteristic in a manner which carries a significant risk of undermining a licensing objective;

   

  (c) provision of free or discounted alcohol or any other thing as a prize to encourage or reward the purchase and consumption of alcohol over a period of 24 hours or less in a manner which carries a significant risk of undermining a licensing objective;

   

  (d) selling or supplying alcohol in association with promotional posters or flyers on, or in the vicinity of, the premises which can reasonably be considered to condone, encourage or glamorise anti-social behaviour or to refer to the effects of drunkenness in any favourable manner;

   

  (e) dispensing alcohol directly by one person into the mouth of another (other than where that other person is unable to drink without assistance by reason of disability).

   

  2. The responsible person must ensure that free potable water is provided on request to customers where it is reasonably available.

   

  3.-(1) The premises licence holder or club premises certificate holder must ensure that an age verification policy is adopted in respect of the premises in relation to the sale or supply of alcohol.

   

  (2) The designated premises supervisor in relation to the premises licence must ensure that the supply of alcohol at the premises is carried on in accordance with the age verification policy.

   

  (3) The policy must require individuals who appear to the responsible person to be under 18 years of age (or such older age as may be specified in the policy) to produce on request, before being served alcohol, identification bearing their photograph, date of birth and either-

   

  (a) a holographic mark, or

  (b) an ultraviolet feature.

   

  4. The responsible person must ensure that-

   

  (a) where any of the following alcoholic drinks is sold or supplied for consumption on the premises (other than alcoholic drinks sold or supplied having been made up in advance ready for sale or supply in a securely closed container) it is available to customers in the following measures-

  (i) beer or cider: ½ pint;

  (ii) gin, rum, vodka or whisky: 25 ml or 35 ml; and

  (iii) still wine in a glass: 125 ml;

   

  (b) these measures are displayed in a menu, price list or other printed material which is available to customers on the premises; and

   

  (c) where a customer does not in relation to a sale of alcohol specify the quantity of alcohol to be sold, the customer is made aware that these measures are available.

   

   

  The Licensing Act 2003 (Mandatory Conditions) Order 2014

  1. A relevant person shall ensure that no alcohol is sold or supplied for consumption on or off the premises for a price which is less than the permitted price.

   

  2. For the purposes of the condition set out in paragraph 1-

  (a) “duty” is to be construed in accordance with the Alcoholic Liquor Duties Act 1979;

  (b) “permitted price” is the price found by applying the formula-

   

  P = D + (D×V)

   

  where-

   

  (i) P is the permitted price,

  (ii) D is the amount of duty chargeable in relation to the alcohol as if the duty were

  charged on the date of the sale or supply of the alcohol, and

  (iii) V is the rate of value added tax chargeable in relation to the alcohol as if the value added tax were charged on the date of the sale or supply of the alcohol;

   

  (c) “relevant person” means, in relation to premises in respect of which there is in force a premises licence-

  (i) the holder of the premises licence,

  (ii) the designated premises supervisor (if any) in respect of such a licence, or

  (iii) the personal licence holder who makes or authorises a supply of alcohol under such a licence;

   

  (d) “relevant person” means, in relation to premises in respect of which there is in force a club premises certificate, any member or officer of the club present on the premises in a capacity which enables the member or officer to prevent the supply in question; and

   

  (e) “value added tax” means value added tax charged in accordance with the Value Added Tax Act 1994.

   

  3. Where the permitted price given by Paragraph (b) of paragraph 2 would (apart from this paragraph) not be a whole number of pennies, the price given by that sub-paragraph shall be taken to be the price actually given by that sub-paragraph rounded up to the nearest penny.

   

  4.-(1) Sub-paragraph (2) applies where the permitted price given by Paragraph (b) of paragraph 2 on a day (“the first day”) would be different from the permitted price on the next day (“the second day”) as a result of a change to the rate of duty or value added tax.

   

  (2) The permitted price which would apply on the first day applies to sales or supplies of alcohol which take place before the expiry of the period of 14 days beginning on the second day.

   

   

  Mandatory Condition where the licence permits the performance of Films

   

  Where a programme includes a film in the 12A, 15 or 18 category, as classified by the British board of Film Classification, no person appearing to be under the age of 12 (and unaccompanied in that case),15 or 18 as appropriate shall be admitted to any part of the programme; and the licence holder shall display in a conspicuous position a notice in the following terms-

   

  PERSONS UNDER THE AGE OF [INSERT APPROPRIATE AGE] CANNOT BE ADMITTED TO ANY PART OF THE PROGRAMME

   

  Where films of different categories form part of the same programme, the notice shall refer to the oldest age restriction.

   

  This condition does not apply to members of staff under the relevant age while on duty provided the prior written consent of the person’s parents or legal guardian has first been obtained.

   

  Immediately before each exhibition of a film passed by the British Board of Film Classification there shall be exhibited on screen for at least five seconds a in such a manner that it can be easily read by all persons in the auditorium a reproduction of the certificate of the Board or, as regards a trailer advertising a film, of the statement approved by the Board indicating the category of the film

   

   

  Mandatory conditions where Door Supervisors are provided

   

  All individuals who carry out security activities must be licensed by the Security Industry Authority (SIA)

   

   

   

   

   

  Mandatory Conditions for club Premises with off sales

   

  1) The supply of alcohol for consumption off the club premises must be made at a time when the premises are open for the purposes of supplying alcohol, in accordance with the club premises certificate, to members of the club for consumption on the premises.

   

  2) Any alcohol supplied for consumption off the premises must be in a sealed container.

   

  3) That any supply of alcohol for consumption off the premises must be made to a member of the club in person.

   

   

• ANNEX 2 - CONDITIONS CONSISTENT WITH THE OPERATING SCHEDULE

   

   

  1. All staff shall be suitably trained for their job function for the premises. The

  training shall be written into a programme ongoing and under constant review and shall be made available to a relevant responsible authority when called upon.

   

  2. All staff shall be trained in their responsibilities under the Licensing Act 2003 and in regards to the terms and conditions of this licence.

   

  3. Such training should include the prevention of sales of alcohol to underage persons, and the challenge 25 scheme in operation at the premises.

  Records pertaining to such training shall be kept / be accessible at the premises at all times, shall be updated every 6 months and shall be made immediately available for inspection at the premises to council and / or police officers on request.

   

  4. A Dispersal Policy will be implemented and maintained to assist with patrons leaving the premises in an orderly and safe manner and all relevant staff will be trained in the contents of this policy and made aware of any changes.

   

  5. A record of this training will be kept including the date and the trainees name and made available for inspection when requested. A copy of the dispersal policy shall be made available to the licensing officer and the police on request.

   

  6. A CCTV system shall be installed to cover all entry and exit points enabling frontal identification of every person entering in any light condition.

   

  7. The CCTV system shall continually record whilst the premises is open for licensable activities. It shall operate during all times when customers remain on the premises.

   

  8. All recordings shall be stored for a minimum period of 31 days with correct date and time stamping and shall be made available immediately upon the request of Police or an authorised officer of the council throughout the preceding 31day period.

   

  9. The CCTV system shall be updated and maintained according to police recommendations.

   

  10. A staff member from the premises who is conversant with the operation of the CCTV system, shall be on the premises at all times when the premises are open to the public.

   

  11. This staff member must be able to show a Police or authorised council officer recent data or footage with the absolute minimum of delay when requested.

   

  12. CCTV shall be downloaded on request by the Police or authorised officer of the council.

   

  13. Appropriate signage advising customers of CCTV being in operation, shall be prominently displayed in the premises.

   

  14. A documented check of the CCTV shall be completed weekly to ensure all cameras remain operational and the 31 days storage for recordings is being maintained.

   

  15. A premises daily register shall be kept at the premises. This register shall be maintained and kept for a rolling period of 12 months.

   

  16. The register shall record all incidents which may have occurred which are relevant to the supply of alcohol and the promotion of the licensing objectives. Such incidents shall include, but not be limited to, complaints made to the premises alleging nuisance or anti-social behaviour by persons attending or leaving the premises and all refusals to sell alcohol.

   

  17. An incident log shall be kept at the premises, and made available for inspection on request to an authorised officer of the Council or the Police, which will record the following:

  (a) all crimes reported to the venue

  (b) all ejections of patrons

  (c) any complaints received

  (d) any incidents of disorder

  (e) all seizures of drugs or offensive weapons

  (f) any faults in the CCTV system or searching equipment or scanning equipment

  (g) any visit by a relevant authority or emergency service.

   

  18. The register shall be readily available for inspection by an authorised person upon reasonable request.

   

  19. Super-strength lagers, beers and/or ciders, i.e. those with an ABV of 6.5% or higher, shall not be sold at the premises.

   

  20. Any events held at the premises shall be by way of a pre-paid ticket or private hire only.

   

  21. For the purpose of this condition an "event" is where:

  a. The event is held and promoted by the premises licence holder by way of a ticketed event; or,

  b. The premises, either wholly or in part, is hired by a third party for money; and

  c. The hire is promoted to the public; and

  d. The third party charges an entry fee to the public.

   

  22. Any outside hirers shall be given a copy of the following:

  a. The premises'' Challenge 25 policy

  b. The premises'' Dispersal Policy

  c. A copy of the Premises Licence including the conditions

   

  23. Prior to the commencement of the event the hirer shall be required to sign a declaration confirming that they have received and understand the above documents. This declaration shall be kept at the premises for a period no less than 12 months and shall be made available to the Police or authorised officers from the Council upon request.

   

  24. The premises licence holder shall ensure that any events advertised as taking place at the premises, correctly advertise the premises'' permitted hours and the premises'' re-entry condition correctly.

   

  25. The premises licence holder shall also ensure that any other conditions of the licence displayed as part of the advertisement are correctly stated.

   

  26. Where an advertisement displays incorrect information the premises licence holder shall ask the hirer in writing to correct the advertisement.

   

  27. Contact details of all outside hirers/DJ''s shall be logged and kept at the premises for a period of 12 months and made available for inspection by police and relevant authorities upon request.

   

  28. These contact details shall include; full name, address, telephone and email address.

   

  29. Door supervisors of a sufficient number and gender mix.

   

  30. 2 x SIA Door Supervisors from 20:00hrs to terminal hour (close) - Friday to Sunday.

   

  31. Any functions taking place to require an additional SIA Door Supervisors from 20:00hrs to terminal hour (close) - Friday to Sunday.

   

  32. Sale or supply of alcohol to cease at 00:30hrs Sunday to Thursday inclusive.

   

  33. Sales of Alcohol to cease at 01:30hrs Friday to Saturday inclusive.

   

  34. All other licensable activities to cease at 01:30hrs Friday to Saturday inclusive.

   

  35. Premises to close at 02:00hrs Friday to Saturday inclusive.

   

  36. A list of all employees their addresses and dates of birth to be available for inspection to GMP / RBC Licensing Officers immediately upon request. 

   

  37. An employee of La Strada Club Ltd - (Premises Licence Holder), who holds a personal licence, to be at the premises Monday to Sunday from 20:00hrs to close.

   

  38. SIA Security shall wear clothing that can be clearly and easily identified on CCTV.

   

  37. A register/log containing the names, badge number, dates & times of duty of security staff and any incidents that occur shall be kept at the premises for a period of 12 months and made available to the Police and Licensing Authority.

   

  39. SIA Security shall monitor the egress of customers at the end of the night and shall remain at the premises until the final customers have left.

   

  40. No entry or re-entry shall be permitted after 23:00 hours on Monday to Thursday and 01.00hrs on Friday, Saturday and Sunday until the premises is closed to the public. This condition shall not apply to persons using the Designated Smoking Area.

   

  41. Notices clearly explaining the licensee''s drugs and weapons policy shall be displayed at the entrance and at suitable places throughout the premises.

   

  42. A more detailed policy shall be kept at the premises and made available to the Police and Licensing Authority.

   

  43. Notices explaining the Premises Licence Holder''s admission and search policies shall be displayed at the entrance to the Premises.

   

  44. After 20.00hrs, toilets shall be checked every two (2) hours for the use of drugs and other illegal activities.

   

  45. A toilet check list shall be displayed on the wall in all toilets. Staff shall use these checklists to record their name and certify the time of the check.

   

  46. Checklists are to be replaced daily and old checklists must be retained for a period of 12 months and made available for inspection by the Police and authorised officers from the Council.

   

  47. All exit routes and public areas shall be kept unobstructed, shall have non-slippery and even surfaces, shall be free of trip hazards and shall be clearly signed.

   

  48. The premises licence holder shall ensure that a suitable fire risk assessment and emergency plan is in place at all times.

   

  49. Regular checks and maintenance shall be carried out on all equipment, electrical installations, emergency lighting and fire alarms and equipment to ensure their continued safe operation.

   

  50. A written record of these checks shall be kept and made available to an authorised officer of the licensing authority.

   

  51. Empty glasses and bottles shall be removed from public areas quickly and efficiently.

   

  52. Customers shall not be permitted to take open glass containers outside the premises as defined on the plan submitted to and approved by the Licensing Authority.

   

  53. An adequate and appropriate supply of first aid equipment and materials shall be available on the premises.

   

  54. Noise management policy to be implemented

   

  55. Arrangements shall be put in place to ensure that waste collection contractors do not collect refuse between 19:00 and 07:00.

   

  56. No person shall be allowed to leave the licensed area whilst in the possession of any drinking vessel or open glass bottle, whether empty or containing any beverage.

   

  57. The Premises Licence Holder shall devise and implement a Dispersal Policy for the Premises to ensure that customers leave the Premises in a quiet and orderly fashion. A copy of the Dispersal Policy shall be kept at the Premises and made available to the Police or Authorised Officers from the Council upon request.

   

  58. The premises licence holder shall ensure that any patrons drinking and/or smoking outside the premises do so in an orderly manner and ensure that there is no public nuisance.

   

  59. Notices asking customers to respect our neighbours and keep noise to a minimum will be displayed at all entrances and exits and various locations around premises. Including the beer garden and any areas used for smoking.

   

  60. Smoking areas will be contained as far away from neighbouring residential properties as possible. This includes the terraced area.

   

  61. The use of the terraced area will cease at 23:00hours with the exception of smoking.

   

  62. After 23:00hours most of the terrace, especially nearest to the residential properties will be cordoned off and not used. This will be done effectively so there is no use of any outside furniture or heaters after this time. This is to discourage people from staying outside for as long than necessary, therefore reducing any likely nuisance from loud voices.

   

  63. No drinks will be consumed in the smoking area or terrace after 23:00.  A notice will be placed advising customers of this condition.

   

  64. Management will also undertake regular door checks to ensure no noisy disturbances take place outside and if any do occur management will resolve them as quickly as possible either by:

  -              Asking customers to move inside when they have finished smoking.

  -              Encouraging customers to continue on their home/onward journey quickly, especially if they refuse to quieten

   

  65. If door staff are on duty it will be part of their role to ensure that any noise is kept to an acceptable level. If no door staff it will be the responsibility of the duty manager.

   

  66. No form of licensable activities authorised by the premise licence shall be played through speakers installed on the roof terrace or any other outside areas after 21:00hours.

   

  67. A Challenge 25 proof of age scheme shall be operated at the premises where the only acceptable forms of identification are the following recognised photographic identification cards:

  • a driving licence,

  • a passport,

  • a military identification card or

  • a Proof of Age card carrying a ‘PASS’ logo.

   

  68. Notices advertising that the premises operates a "Challenge 25" scheme shall be displayed in a clear and prominent position at the premises entrance.

   

  69. All occasions when persons have been refused service shall be recorded in the premises daily register.

   

  70. No children shall be admitted unless accompanied by a responsible adult. Persons under 18 will not be permitted to remain on the premises after 22:00hrs.

   

  71. The premise licence holder or Designated Premises Supervisor to ensure that all management and staff who are not personal licence holders are fully trained and briefed on the four licensing objectives and Challenge 25 and they are adhered to.

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

• ANNEX 3 - CONDITIONS ATTACHED AFTER A HEARING BY THE LICENSING AUTHORITY