The
Liquor Licensing Board would like to take this opportunity to address
what appears to be a lack of compliance and breach of license
conditions by the Liquor License holders (the Licensee) at various
establishments since the reopening of bars and restaurants have been
allowed.

The
Board
would like to remind all liquor license holders that they must
continue to comply with the Liquor Licensing Law and Music and
Dancing (Control) Law. Although the regulations on public gathering
have been relaxed the Board would like to remind persons that we must
still be vigilant and protect ourselves and others.

There
have been numerous reports and complaints, in particular about the
local bars, and several other “hot spots” on the Seven Mile
Beach. It would seem that these establishments are under the
impression that Curfew Time approval exempted them from adhering to
all laws including the Public Health Law.

This
situation not only creates a public health risk, but also safety risk
for our officers both in the RCIP and the DCI Trade Officers.

License
holders are being reminded of their responsibility under Section 28
of the Liquor License Law which states it is licensees duty to
procure the compliance of his agents and other persons under his
control and where such person commits an offence against this Law the
licensee shall be equally culpable with such person of such offence
whether the licensee was or was not present at the time of the act or
omission constituting such offence.

License
holders are further reminded to adhere to the opening and closing
hours which are outlined on the licence as well as the conditions of
their music and dance license.

RCIPS
and DCI Trade Officers will be carrying out routine checks to
identify these breaches and actions deemed necessary will be taken to
enforce the Law. In addition Licensees who are in contravention of
the laws will be reported to the Liquor Licensing Board.

Interested
members of the public can email info@dci.gov.ky
for information.