Plymouth City CouncilLicensing Office

Central Park

Outland Road, Milehouse, Plymouth, Devon, PL2 3PU

Premises Licence PA1160 from from 02/05/2024 to indefinite

Licence holder(s)

Designated Premises Supervisor

Permitted Activities

• a performance of a play
• an exhibition of a film
• a performance of live music
• any playing of recorded music
• a performance of dance
• entertainment of a similar description to that falling within a performance of live music, any playing of recorded music or a performance of dance
• provision of late night refreshment
• sale and supply of alcohol

Additional Conditions

• ANNEX 1 - MANDATORY CONDITIONS (PREMISES LICENCE - ON SALES)

   

  All supplies of alcohol

   

  1. No supply of alcohol may be made under this 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. Every supply of alcohol under the Premises Licence must be made or authorised by a Person who holds a Personal Licence.

   

  Irresponsible drinks promotions

   

  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).

   

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

   

  Age verification policy

   

  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.

   

  Alcoholic drink measures

   

  1. 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.

   

  Permitted price

   

  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 this condition -

   

  (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 + (DxV) 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 a premises licence -

   

  (i)   the holder of the premises licence,

  (ii)  the designated premises supervisor (if any)

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

   

  (d) “relevant person” means, in relation to 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 (b) below 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.

   

  Exhibition of films

   

  (1) Where a premises licence authorises the exhibition of films, the licence must include a condition requiring the admission of children to the exhibition of any film to be restricted in accordance with this section.

   

  (2) Where the film classification body is specified in the licence, unless subsection (3)(b) applies, admission of children must be restricted in accordance with any recommendation made by that body.

   

  (3) Where-

  (a) the film classification body is not specified in the licence, or

  (b) the relevant licensing authority has notified the holder of the licence that this subsection applies to the film in question,

  admission of children must be restricted in accordance with any recommendation made by that licensing authority.

   

  (4) In this section-

  "children" means persons aged under 18; and

  "film classification body" means the person or persons designated as the authority under section 4 of the Video Recordings Act 1984 (c.39) (authority to determine suitability of video works for classification).

   

  Plays

   

  (1) In relation to a premises licence, which authorises the performance of plays, no condition may be attached to the licence as to the nature of the plays, which may be performed, or the manner of performing plays, under the licence.

   

  (2) But subsection (1) does not prevent a licensing authority imposing, in accordance with section 18(2)(a) or (3)(b), 35(3)(b) or 52(3), any condition which it considers necessary on the grounds of public safety.

   

  Door supervision

   

  (1) Where a premises licence includes a condition that at specified times one or more individuals must be at the premises to carry out a security activity, the licence must include a condition that each such individual must be licensed by the Security Industry Authority.

   

  (2) But nothing in subsection (1) requires such a condition to be imposed-

  (a) in respect of premises within paragraph 8(3)(a) of Schedule 2 to the Private Security Industry Act 2001 (c.12) (premises with premises licences authorising plays or films), or

  (b) in respect of premises in relation to-

  (i) any occasion mentioned in paragraph 8(3)(b) or (c) of that Schedule (premises being used exclusively by club with club premises certificate, under a temporary event notice authorising plays or films or under a gaming licence), or

  (ii) any occasion within paragraph 8(3)(d) of that Schedule (occasions prescribed by regulations under that Act).

   

  (3) For the purposes of this section-

  (a) "security activity" means an activity to which paragraph 2(1)(a) of that Schedule applies, and

  (b) paragraph 8(5) of that Schedule (interpretation of references to an occasion) applies as it applies in relation to paragraph 8 of that Schedule

   

• To specify DPS for period of 03.05.24 - 06.05.24 for Street Food Event

   

  ANNEX 2 - CONDITIONS CONSISTENT WITH THE OPERATING SCHEDULE

   

  General

  The Premises Licence Holder shall submit the final Event Management Plan (EMP) that has been approved by the Events Team to the Licensing Authority and all responsible authorities at least 28 days before the first event day (unless there is prior agreement with the responsible authorities that this is not required).  The Event Management Plan shall include but is not limited to the following:-

   

  Event overview including expected numbers and crowd demographics

  Flow chart of operational roles and responsibilities

  Vehicle access plan

  Communication plan

  Cancellation policy

  CDM plan

  Crowd management plan including Ingress and Egress Management Plan

  CT and security plan

  Medical plan

  Emergency and contingency plans including adverse weather plan

  Evacuation plan

  Bars and alcohol management plan

  Safeguarding plan for children and vulnerable adults

  Disability access plan

  List of contractors

  Full Risk Assessments including a specific Fire Risk Assessment and COVID-19 Risk Assessment

  Traffic Management Plan including additional transport planning and considerations

  Noise Management Plan

  Terms and Conditions of Entry (If applicable)

  Food Management Plan consisting of:- Food Safety Management System (of any of your traders), Food Hygiene Training Certificates (of any of your traders)

  Copy of Food Hygiene Rating Sticker (we only accept 3 or higher within our land)

  Waste Management Plan

   

  So far as is reasonably practicable the Premises Licence Holder shall ensure that the event is run in accordance with the Event Management Plan and no changes may be made to this plan after the 28 day period, unless requested in writing by a responsible authority.

   

  The EMP will form part of the premises licence conditions and it will be the responsibility of the persons as advised in the organisational structure chart of the event management plan to ensure these are complied with.

   

  The events team have regular and multi-agency meetings with the emergency services,    PCC departments and other agencies to plan for and share information regarding each event, cover staffing implementation, environmental issues and cleansing.

  All events are planned taken into consideration the guidelines laid down in the Purple Guide, Fire Reform Act and all other relevant guidance and legislation.

  Events are socially all inclusive and family orientated.

  External event organisers are required to comply with the same standards as for PCC organised events. They are required to complete an event booking form, produce requested documentation and agree to comply with our requirements.

  PCC events will have a provision for lost children and DBS checked member of staff.

  It will work closely on site with both police and private security to aim to achieve a safe environment.

  On events where the retail sale of alcohol is to take place, the contracted company will supply a personal licence holder to become the designated premises supervisor for the duration of the contract.

  The police are to be advised in writing of all events using the premises licence where alcohol is being sold.  This document shall include the name and contact details of the DPS at least 4 weeks prior to the event.  The numbers expected at the event and the number of units and locations of the units being used to retail the sale of alcohol.

   

  The prevention of crime and disorder

  The Council will have:

  Regular meetings with the police regarding programme of events.

  Specific meetings with Police Ops planning for individual events regarding   police presence where necessary.

  Regular meetings with both Police and PCC licensing officers.

  SIA registered private security contracted in as necessary, with appropriate levels of staffing.

  Reference to previous year’s events, levels of staffing adjusted according to results.

  PCC stewards patrolling to report incidents, assist public and to be in two- way communication by radio.

  Events where alcohol is being sold will use whenever possible, recyclable materials. The use and type of receptacle will be risk assessed and the event organiser will be advised of the types of receptacle allowed by both the Police Licensing and Local Authority Licensing departments in writing.

   

  Central control point for emergency services and council officers to liaise.

  Communications list and protocols in place.

  Public safety

  Regular meetings with emergency services for programme of events.  

  Specific meetings with emergency services for individual events including liaison and presentations to the Events Safety Advisory Group (ESAG) as required

  Adherence to the Purple Guide and other relevant events guidance regarding all levels of security and stewarding staffing, policing for public provision. Consideration to counter terrorism measures if deemed necessary.

  Adherence to HSE Managing Crowds Safely Guidance. 

  Production of all relevant documentation - risk assessment, fire risk assessment, including and Operational plan which should cover evacuation plan, site maps, emergency procedures, communications list and transport plan if deemed needed.

  Consultation of the above with all emergency services, Queens Harbour Master and coastguard where necessary including PCC Public Protection,

  Health and Safety Team and ESAG.

  Maintaining of emergency access points, fire lanes and hydrants. Follow relevant codes of practice regarding: marquees, fireworks, bonfires, laser shows, fire extinguishers.

  Suspension of vehicle movement on site during events.

  Consultation with building control regarding temporary structures, stages etc. Adhering to CDM regulations as required.

  On site health and safety inspections where needed: fairs, circuses, fireworks.

  Ensuring other event organisers meet and supply the information needed in our conditions of use of Central Park.

  Periodic inspections of other organisations events.

  Provision of toilets and catering facilities and any other welfare needed.

  Contracted stewarding, CQC registered medical companies at events.

  Emergency lighting on site where necessary.

  Checking sub-contractors documentation - test certificates, food hygiene, LPG, test certificates for fairs, insurance

   

  The prevention of public nuisance

  Liaise with Public Protection regarding environmental regulations, noise levels.

  Consideration of the impact for local residents and businesses given

  Construction and de-rig of events not to be carried out between 21.30 and 07.00hrs.

  Post event litter arrangements to be in place litter pick and waste removal.

  All scheduled events closures will be at 23.00 hours. Any event continuations beyond 23.00 will be in exceptional circumstances and will need to be discussed with Responsible authorities prior to the event.

   

  Hush generators only to be used overnight.

  Attractions to have a wind down period to allow for public dispersal.

  Traffic management plan to be in place for all large events and events which incur road closures.

  To work with the Police, PCC Highways and Transport Teams regarding the Implementation of Traffic Management plans.

   

  The protection of children from harm

  Lost children provision on site

  CRB checked staff to deal with this provision

  Facility to have announcements as laid out in the guidance forms

  Park events are socially inclusive and family orientated

  Liaison with police on site / social services out of hours team

  Stewards and security patrols to assist and aid

  A Personal licence holder will be on site throughout the time alcohol is being sold

  All alcohol sales will be subject to a Challenge 25 policy

  All staff will be trained in the Challenge 25 policy

  Training will be documented and available for inspection by relevant authorities.

   

   

   

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

   

  For events taking place on New Year’s Eve running into New Year’s Day the following conditions apply:

  1. The designated area to be used will be the Central Park Event space only.

  2. The Event Space is the area shown coloured pink on the Premises Licence Plan.

  3. No re-entry to the Event Space from 22.30

  4. Fairground rides and roaming entertainment to cease at 22:30

  5. Sale of alcohol to cease at 00:00 on New Years Day

  6. No licensable activities to take place after the hours of 00:30 on New Year’s Day

  7. Ensure the Event Space is clear of members of the public by 01:00 on New Years Day

  8. Any amplified music and/or live performance or entertainment must be kept within the agreed marquee space

  9. Ensure the stage is positioned on the Event Space with PA and backline facing north towards the leisure centre

  10. An effective Noise Management Plan should identify external monitoring locations and typical sections will include 1) Noise criteria; 2) Assessment including predicted noise levels and; 3) Noise control/complaint management procedure. This will need to be agreed with the Plymouth City Council Public Protection Service in advance of the event.

  11. The Music Noise Levels should not exceed the background noise level by more than 15 dB(A) over a 15 minute period at 1 metre from the façade of any noise sensitive premises (e.g. residential premises).

  12. Only hush generators or mains power to be used after midnight

  13. Ensure egress routes are well lit and staffed including consideration for an additional 2 tower lights to be positioned in the park lighting the walkways to Milehouse Park n Ride and Life Centre Car Park

  14. Active security teams to patrol the nearby park area and Event Space up until 01:30

  15.  The maximum capacity will be for 2000 people including performers and staff.

   

  16. SIA licensed door supervisors will be required and the number of SIA licensed door supervisors employed shall be in accordance with the following ratio:

  A minimum of two(2) door supervisors will be employed for the first one hundred

  (100) customer and one door supervisor for every one hundred (100) thereafter.

   

   

• ANNEX 4 - Plans as attached

   

Premises Plans

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