Decision - Review of Licensing Panel Arrangements

RESOLVED:

1. That Committee notes the ongoing risk of fluctuation in relation to Covid

infection rates as well as the additional benefits of holding virtual meetings in

terms of enabling participation in the Licensing process and recommends

that Licensing Panels continue to meet virtually until March 2023. This does

not preclude holding a panel hearing in person where the individual circumstances of an application may warrant it.

2. That Committee delegates authority to the Executive Director - Governance, People & Resources after consultation with the Chair and group

spokespersons to determine arrangements for Licensing Panel hearings

until the next Licensing Committee in March 2023.

3. That the Committee recommends that in exercising this authority the above

officer takes into account all relevant factors including latest public health

and government guidance, the situation with other council meetings and the

need to ensure fair and transparent procedures in accordance with the

Hearings Regulations 2005.