Part 2Licensing authorities
Functions of licensing authorities etc.
4General duties of licensing authorities
1
A licensing authority must carry out its functions under this Act (“licensing functions”) with a view to promoting the licensing objectives.
2
The licensing objectives are—
a
the prevention of crime and disorder;
b
public safety;
c
the prevention of public nuisance; and
d
the protection of children from harm.
3
In carrying out its licensing functions, a licensing authority must also have regard to—
a
its licensing statement published under section 5, and
b
any guidance issued by the Secretary of State under section 182.