Agendas, reports and minutes

A meeting of the Highland Licensing Board will take place in the Council Chamber, Council Headquarters, Glenurquhart Road, Inverness on Tuesday, 20 June 2023 at 1.00 pm (following the Highland Licensing Committee commencing 10.00 am).

You are invited to attend and a note of the business to be considered is attached.

Webcast notice:  This meeting will be filmed and broadcast over the internet on the Highland Council website and will be archived and available for viewing for 12 months thereafter.

Members are reminded that during determination of a Licensing Board Item, in order to be entitled to participate in any vote, Members must be present throughout all of the proceedings.

Members are further reminded that mobile devices, including mobile phones, can be used for following the agenda/reports and delivering speeches but should not be used for any form of communication (text or tweet) during the meeting.

Yours faithfully

Iain Meredith
Clerk to the Licensing Board

Business

1. Calling of the Roll and Apologies for Absence
Gairm a’ Chlàir agus Leisgeulan

2. Declarations of Interest/Transparency Statement
Foillseachaidhean Com-pàirt/ Aithris Fhollaiseachd

Members are asked to consider whether they have an interest to declare in relation to any item on the agenda for this meeting.  Any Member making a declaration of interest should provide some information on the nature of the interest and leave the meeting at the appropriate time.  Advice may be sought from officers prior to the meeting taking place.

3. Confirmation of minute    
Dearbhadh a’ gheàrr-chunntais

There is submitted for confirmation as a correct record the minute of the meeting of the Highland Licensing Board held on 9 May 2023.

4. Highland Licensing Board Policy Statement 2023-2028    
Aithris Poileasaidh Bòrd Ceadachd na Gàidhealtachd 2023-2028

There is circulated Report No HLB/59/23 by the Clerk to the Board.

The Board is invited to agree the terms of a draft policy statement 2023-2028 to be published for consultation.

5. The Highland Licensing Board Annual Financial Report 2022-23
Aithisg Ionmhasail Bhliadhnail Bòrd Ceadachd na Gàidhealtachd 2022/23

There is circulated Report No HLB/60/23 by the Clerk to the Board.

The Board is invited to approve the Board’s seventh annual Financial Report for publication in accordance with section 9B of the Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005.

6. The Highland Licensing Board Annual Functions Report 2022-23
Aithisg Dhreuchdan Bhliadhnail Bòrd Ceadachd na Gàidhealtachd 2022

There is circulated Report No HLB/61/23 by the Clerk to the Board.

The Board is invited to approve the Board’s sixth annual Functions Report for publication in accordance with section 9A of the Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005. 

7. Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005
Licences granted under delegated powers 
Achd Ceadachd (Alba) 2005    
Ceadachdan a bhuilicheadh fo ùghdarras air a thiomnadh                      

There is circulated Report No HLB/62/23 detailing Licences which have been granted under delegated powers by the Clerk to the Board during the period 27 April 2023 to 7 June 2023.

The Board is invited to note the Report.

8. Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005
Occasional licences and extended hours granted under delegated powers                              
Achd Ceadachd (Alba) 2005
Ceadachdan Corra-uair agus uairean sìnte a bhuilicheadh fo ùghdarras air a thiomnadh

There is circulated Report No HLB/63/23 detailing Occasional Licences and Extended Hours Applications which have been granted under delegated powers by the Clerk to the Board during the period 27 April to 7 June 2023.

The Board is invited to note the Report. 

9. Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005
Applications for new premises licences
Achd na Ceadachd (Alba) 2005
Larrtas airson cheadachdan thogalaichean ura 

There is circulated Report No HLB/064/23 by the Clerk.

9.1 Ref: HC/RSL/2055
Applicant: Roskhill Skye Ltd, Roskhill House, Roskhill, Nr Dunvegan, Isle of Skye, IV55 8ZD
Premises: Roskhill House, Roskhill, Nr Dunvegan, Isle of Skye, IV55 8ZD
Type: On sales

There is circulated Report No HLB/065/23 by the Clerk.

9.2 Ref: HC/CSR/2059
Applicant: William and Linda Cowie t/a Meikle Ferry Station
Premises: Meikle Ferry Station, Meikle Ferry, Tain
Type: On and off sales

There is circulated Report No HLB/066/23 by the Clerk.

9.3 Ref: HC/RSL/2054
Applicant: Eigg Brewery Limited
Premises: The Isle of Eigg Brewery, The Isle of Eigg, PH42 4RL
Type: On and off sales

10. Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005     
Applications for provisional premises licences    
Achd Ceadachd (Alba) 2005
Iarrtas airson ceadachdan thogalaichean le cumha

There is circulated Report No HLB/067/23 by the Clerk. 

10.1 Ref: HC/CSR/2060
Applicant: Martin Donnelly Morag Barton t/a Aultbea Hotel
Premises: Aultbea Hotel, Aultbea, Achnasheen
Type: On and off sales

There is circulated Report No HLB/068/23 by the Clerk. 

10.2 Ref: HC/CSR/2061
Applicant: AMS Valhalla Ltd
Premises: Valhalla, 134 High Street, Wick
Type: On sales

11. Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005
Applications for variation (major) to premises licences 
Achd Ceadachd (Alba) 2005
Iarrtasan airson Caochladh (Mòr) a thaobh ceadachdan thogalaichean

There is circulated Report No HLB/069/23 by the Clerk.

11.1 Ref: HC/INBS/350
Applicant: Brittania Hotels Ltd, 253 Hale Road, Hale, Cheshire, WA15 8RE
Premises: Coylumbridge Hotel, Coylumbridge, Aviemore, PH22 1QH
Type: on and off sales

Variation:

1. On sales to commence at 11.00 hrs on Sundays.
2. Off sales to commence at 10.00 hrs on Sundays.
3. Addition of 117 bedrooms between Main Hotel and Courtyard area.
4. Inclusion of new extension opposite Restaurant.
5. Inclusion of new link corridor between Main Hotel and Courtyard.
6. Amendment to premises description to read: 'The premises operates as a hotel on 3 levels.  The building stands in its own grounds.  There are 292 bedrooms, 2 restaurants, lounge area, function suite, swimming pools with changing facilities and a children's play barn/activity centre.  24-hour room service is available for hotel residents.  Guests in the lodge can also be served alcohol from the hotel.
 
There is circulated Report No HLB/070/23 by the Clerk.

11.2 Ref: HC/INBS/276
Applicant: Earnpark Ltd, 4 Knockbain, Kirkhill, IV5 7PL
Premises: Hootananny, 67 Church Street, Inverness, IV1 1DR
Type: on and off sales

Variation:

1. Amend core licensing hours for on sales Sunday-Wednesday: 11.00-01.00 hrs and Thursday-Saturday: 11.00-02.00 hrs.
2. Amend children and young persons policy to read 'Children may access the premises until 22.00 hrs provided they are accompanied by a responsible adult.
Young persons may access the premises unaccompanied until 22.00 hrs for the purpose of meals and non alcoholic refreshment at management discretion.  From 22.00 hrs they require to be accompanied by an adult.
For private events children and young persons may be permitted for the duration of the event at management discretion.'
3. Amend capacity Section 7 to show only capacity for Hootanny Bar as 220.  No dedicated off sales display.
4. Amend layout plans of premises to show ground floor only with new mezzanine floor area.  Outside drinking area accessed from bar.
5. Change of description to read: 'Hootananny is a bar situated on the ground floor of a three storey building in Church Street, Inverness.
The bar area has a dedicated raised area at its front window for accommodating live musicians which form a regular feature of the bar's operation.  From 21.30 hrs a dedicated dance floor area is cleared to allow dancing directly in front of the raised area.
The bar is fitted with CCTV.
A mezzanine floor provides extra seating capacity.
An outdoor drinking area is situated at the rear of the premises and is accessed from the bar.
Full toilet and kitchen facilities are also provided. 

There is circulated Report No HLB/071/23 by the Clerk.

11.3 Ref: HC/CSR/0843
Applicant: Dornoch Castle Hotel Ltd, Castle Street, Dornoch, IV25 3SD
Premises: Dornoch Castle Hotel, Castle Street, Dornoch, IV25 3SD
Type: On and off sales

Variation:

1. Amend description of the premises.
2. Increase on sale hours from 1100 hrs to 0100 hrs each day.
3. Sunday off sale hours to commence at 1100 hrs.
4. Amend seasonal variation section.
5. Provision of televised sport outwith core hours.
6. Amend other activities to include whisky tastings, annual whisky festival, catering van providing hot food within the existing licensed area and marquee within the garden to host receptions including weddings and funerals which may take place prior to and outwith core hours.  Bar meals, alfresco dining and outdoor drinking facilities may take place outwith core hours, or prior to commencement of licensed hours.
7. Amend children and young person’s policy.

There is circulated Report No HLB/072/23 by the Clerk.

11.4 Ref: HC/CSR/1005
Applicant: Mary Clare McGale
Premises: Carron Restaurant, Strathcarron
Type: On and off sales

Variation:

1. amend premises layout plan to include new retail/off sales area and increase the external seating area; 
2. add off sales display capacity; 
3. add to other activities to be provided – home delivery, coach groups, takeaway food and internet/website sales; 
4. update children and young persons policy.  

There is circulated Report No HLB/073/23 by the Clerk.

11.5 Ref: HC/CSR/1580
Applicant: Torridon District Community Association
Premises: Loch Torridon Community Centre, Torridon
Type: On and off sales

Variation:

1. increase the on sales hours to commence at 1100 hrs and terminate at 0100 hrs daily; 
2. add off sales with daily hours of 1000 hrs to 2200 hrs; 
3. add cafe to list of additional services provided; 
4. amend layout plan of premises due to updated use of rooms and add off-sales area; 
5. update description of premises; 
6. remove seasonal variation; 
7. update children and young person policy; 
8. increase on sales capacity and add off sales capacity.

12. Application for personal licence
Iarrtas airson ceadachd phearsanta

There is circulated Report No HLB/074/23 by the Clerk.

12.1 Applicant: David Meiklejohn

13. Surrender of premises licence
Gèilleadh ceadachd togalaich

13.1 Premises: Al Raj Restaurant, 25-27 Harbour Street, Nairn, IV12 4NX
Licence Holder: Ali Moshahid
 
The above Premise Licence have been surrendered in terms of Section 28(5)(f).