Middleton Leisure Centre

Suffield Street, Middleton, Manchester, M24 1AB

Completed application 034265 which is a Change of Supervisor for Premises Licence from 28/07/2008 to indefinite

Applicant(s)

Permitted Activities

• an indoor sporting event
• provision of late night refreshment
• the sale by retail of alcohol
• any playing of recorded music
• entertainment facilities for dancing

Additional Conditions

• ANNEX 1 - MANDATORY CONDITIONS

   

   

• ANNEX 2 - CONDITIONS CONSISTENT WITH THE OPERATING SCHEDULE

   

   

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

   

   

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  The following conditions apply unless they have been superseded by provisions of the Licensing Act 2003.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

   

  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) The centre has a comprehensive internal telephone system allowing staff to quickly relay information to one another so speeding up the response times to situations that may occur.

  2) Capacity limits are in place and adhered to as stipulated by the fire service.

  3) A comprehensive CCTV system is in place.

  4) The proof of age scheme is in operation and all staff have been familiarised with its operation.

  5) The centre do not and never will run any form of drinks promotions and discourage binge drinking.

  6) Entrance to the building for all events where alcohol is available is by invitation or by presentation of an applicable ticket only.

  7) Links with the police & the community are established & maintained.

  8) The building is equipped with a comprehensive fire alarm system which is maintained and checked on a weekly basis as well as checks on all fire fighting equipment.

  9) The facilities work to Normal Operating Procedures & Emergency Operation Procedure in which all staff are trained.

  10) All emergency signage is in place and checked regularly.

  11) Pre event checks are carried out before the public are allowed into the building ensuring all means ingress and egress are in working order and unobstructed.

  12) Full disabled facilities are provided and site specific emergency procedures are in place to account for people with special needs.

  13) Emergency lighting system are maintained and checked on a weekly basis, external lighting is in place.

  14) All members of the public are directed to leave the building from the front entrance.

  15) Unaccompanied children under the age of 16 are not allowed in the bar lounge.

  16) Where children are permitted to attend up to midnight, they must be accompanied by an adult.

  17) The proof of age scheme is in place to prevent the sale of alcohol to under age persons.

  18) Strict measures are in place to prevent the purchase of alcohol on behalf of under age people.

  19) Extensive notices/signage are on display to demonstrate the law in respect of the purchase or supply of alcohol to underage people.

  20) All hirers of the building who intend to invite children are briefed as to the potential dangers and requested to assist in the prevention of illegal activity and ensuring a safe environment for children.

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

   

  N/A

• ANNEX 4 - SEASONAL VARIATIONS, NON-STANDARD TIMINGS AND FURTHER DETAILS.

   

   

  Section C (Indoor Sporting Event)

   

  Seasonal Variations

  N/A

   

  Non-Standard Timings

  N/A

   

  Further Details 

  The facilities are predominantly used for the casual participation in sport and leisure.  On occasion (Schools & Scout Group etc)  the swimming pool may be used for galas.

  May include the use of Personal Address System.

   

   

  Section F (Recorded Music)

   

  Seasonal Variations

  N/A

   

  Non-Standard Timings

  N/A

   

  Further Details 

  The music being played will be that of background music, music to activity sessions and at family related events/social events/wedding receptions in the bar lounge (music in the lounge maybe amplified

   

   

  Section J (Provision of facilities for dancing)

   

  Seasonal Variations

  N/A

   

  Non-Standard Timings

  N/A

   

  Further Details 

  A small dance floor is provided in the bar lounge for family related events/social events/wedding receptions.

   

   

  Section L (Late Night Refreshment)

   

  Seasonal Variations

  N/A

   

  Non-Standard Timings

  N/A

   

  Further Details

  The provision of cafe services, buffets, hot snacks and/or drinks as part of the event taking place.

   

   

  Section M (Supply of Alcohol)

   

  Seasonal Variations

  Easter sunday - 11:00 - 23:30

  Christmas Eve - 11:00 - 00:00

  New Year's Eve - 11:00 - 02:00

  27th,28th,29th & 30th December - 11:00 - 01:00 - wish to allow 1 hour drinking up time after the stated finish time.

   

   

  Non-Standard Timings

  N/A

   

  Further Details

  N/A