Licensing of Sex Establishments
Changes to the Licensing of Sex Establishments
The Council now has more authority to regulate lap dancing clubs and other similar venues.
A category of premises called a "Sexual Entertainment Venue" has been created.
What is a sexual entertainment venue?
A sexual entertainment venue is defined as "any premises at which relevant entertainment is provided before a live audience for the financial gain of the organiser or the entertainer."
What is relevant entertainment?
Relevant entertainment is defined as any live performance or live display of nudity provided for the purpose of sexually stimulating any member of the audience (whether by verbal or other means).
What can we do?
We now have wider grounds to refuse an application for a sexual entertainment venue than before.
Local people will also be able to have a greater say over the regulation of lap dancing clubs and similar venues in their area.
Further information
Read the Home Office Sexual Entertainment Venue's Guide.
