Team Member Handbook

Licensing Law – England & Wales

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES FOR SERVING ALCOHOL

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Trading Standards Correct Measures

Beers and lagers – the head must be no more than five per cent of the total liquid. If using a thimble measure, it must be full to the brim and poured in the guest’s view. Do not add anything to a drink unless the guest requests it (e.g. water).

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You may only sell alcohol during the hours stipulated on the premises licence.

LICENSING ACT 2003 These are your personal legal responsibilities and you can face an £80 fixed penalty notice or prosecution for failure to comply with these requirements.

You must ask your Manager if there is anything described in this poster that you are not sure about.

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