Licensing Policies

We have established licensing policies for some of the licensing regimes it is responsible for.

Some of these policies have been made as a statutory requirement of the relevant legislation governing that particular licensing regime. From time to time, we review the policies below. In some circumstances, we consult the public and other stakeholders on any revisions.

The policies are in place to guide us when we go through licence applications. These policies can also help applicants when considering applying for a licence.

Licensing Act 2003 and Gambling Act 2005

Review of the Licensing Policies 3 June 2024 to 12 July 2024

During June and July 2024, Hull City Council consulted on these 2 separate policies and undertook a review of the Cumulative Impact Assessment (CIA) for the location bordered on and between Spring Bank, Princes Avenue, Newland Avenue, Cottingham Road and Beverley Road.

During the consultation, the Licensing Authority had sought the views from the responsible authorities, local people, businesses, and other organisations that may be affected by the policy review and encouraged all interested parties to provide feedback in relation to the content and format of the whole policy, the CIA was determined to be retained as well as both policies, all subsequently being approved for publishing from January 2025, at the Full Council meeting on 21 November 2024.

Help for those worried about gambling

GamCare is the leading national provider of free information, advice and support for people affected by problem gambling. They have Live Chat, or you can telephone. There is also a Group Chat and forum.

GAMSTOP is a free service which helps you control your online gambling. By signing up, you will not be able to use gambling websites and apps run by companies licensed in Great Britain. You can do this for a period of your choosing.

The NHS has lots of information to help you or anyone you have concerns about.

The Gambling Commission offers advice and sign-posting to many services that can help.