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Apply for a premises licence

Premises selling or supplying alcohol, providing entertainment or providing hot food must have a premises licence.

Other licences you may need

You may need other licences as well as a premises licence for your business to operate.

Selling food or drink

You must register as a food business if your premises will offer food or drink.

Outdoor seating

You must apply for a pavement licence if you want to put tables and chairs outside your premises for your customers.

Professional advice and inspections

If you need more advice about licensing your premises, we offer further inspections and professional advice for £77 per hour.

Email us at licensing@southwark.gov.uk if you need more information.