Community voices in licensing - summary

Through conversations with community groups and other related organisations – such as the NHS, police, community planning, elected members, licensing clerks – we explored what needs to happen for communities to have a greater influence on the availability of alcohol in their neighbourhood. We also looked at examples where communities have tried to influence alcohol availability in their local community. Finally, we conducted a ‘shared solutions’ workshop which explored the suggestions that were put forward. The aim of this work is to stimulate debate and action that will lead to greater community input into local decisions.