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Licensing policy and strategy

Read about the council's licensing policies, consultations and the relevant acts of Parliament.

Licensing appeals and complaints

Find out about making an appeal or complaint against the granting or conditions of a licence

The Licensing Charter

Read how we encourage industry-led good licensing practice to help our residents and visitors to enjoy the City

Statement of Licensing Policy

Read our licensing policy for venues providing entertainment or serving alcohol

Statement of principles for gambling in Westminster

Our statement of principles for gambling.

Sex shops policy

The policy in relation to "relevant locations" for the purpose of licensing sex establishments.

Sexual entertainment venue policy

Statement of licensing policy in relation to the licensing of sexual entertainment venues.

Model Conditions

Read this document to understand what guidance we follow to make our licensing decisions.

Cumulative Impact Assessment

Read the Cumulative Impact Assessment for Westminster.

Gambling research

Research into the harm caused by gambling.

Local Area Profile for gambling risk

A map of areas where residents may be of greater risk of gambling related harm.