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Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005 - Section 142: guidance for Licensing Boards – FIFA World Cup 2026
Guidance on section 142 of the Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005 for Licensing Boards and local authorities on Licensing Board powers to determine a general extension of hours in relation to the FIFA World Cup 2026.
2005 Act Framework
In considering whether to allow licensed premises in their locality to stay open later during the World Cup, Licensing Boards should have regard to the licensing objectives of the 2005 Act, and their Statements of Licensing Policy.
The five licensing objectives are:
- preventing crime and disorder;
- securing public safety;
- preventing public nuisance;
- protecting and improving public health; and
- protecting children and young persons from harm.
Each objective is equally important. No one licensing objective carries more weight than any other and it is always a matter for Licensing Boards to weigh up these objectives when making decisions under the 2005 Act.
Contact
Email: adam.sinclair@gov.scot