Statement of Licensing Policy (2008) WCC - Westminster City Council

2.5.36 There is particular concern in the Stress Areas where there has been a growth in thenumber of entertainment premises and other licensed premises (see Appendices 12and 14). On this basis the Licensing Authority considers that the grant of variationsor new licences for premises offering facilities for music and dancing in the StressAreas should be limited to exceptional circumstances. See paragraphs 2.4.3 -2.4.6 onexceptional circumstances.2.5.37 Outside the Stress Areas, more scope has been provided for the establishment of newpremises licences where they are not in confl ict with the licensing objectives.Conditions2.5.38 The Licensing Authority will expect the applicant to provide an operating schedule thatdetails the drug policy in operation at the premises. It may require a condition thatcustomers entering the premises are subject to searches by trained door supervisors,together with conditions in line with the recommendations in “Safer Clubbing”.2.5.39 The Licensing Authority will have regard to measures to prevent crime and disorder, asoutlined in Appendix 7 and 9, and in guidelines on crime prevention such as “Safe andSound” 1 5and will impose conditions as appropriate.5 “Safe and Sound” guidance leaflet on safety with regard to drugs and weapons published by the Metropolitan Police 200465