You need a licence to run a sexual entertainment establishment, such as a sex shop, a sex cinema or a sexual entertainment venue.
Licences for sex establishments are granted under the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1982.
Who can apply
To apply for a licence you must:
- be at least 18 years old
- not be disqualified from holding a licence
- have been resident in the UK at least 6 months immediately before the application or, if a body corporate, must be incorporated in the UK
- not have been refused the grant or renewal of a licence for the premises within the last 12 months unless the refusal has been reversed on appeal
Before you start
Applications must include:
- the applicant's name, address and, where the applicant is an individual, their age
- the full name of the company, its registered or principle address and the full names and addresses of the directors and management
- the address of the premises and the hours and days when it is intended to trade
How to apply
Complete the application form and return it to:
There are fees involved with this licence:
New Application - Non returnable
- Sexual Entertainment Venue - £3,167 (proposed fee will increase to £3,325)
- Sex Shop/Cinema - £3,167 (proposed fee will increase to £3,325)
Annual Fee
- Sexual Entertainment Venue - £1,524 (proposed fee will increase to £1,600)
- Sex Shop/Cinema - £1,524 (proposed fee will increase to £1,600)
Variations
- Sexual Entertainment Venue - £984 (fee will increase to £1,033)
- Sex Shop/Cinema - £984 (proposed fee will increase to £1,033)
Minor Variations
- Sexual Entertainment Venue - £286 (proposed fee will increase to £300)
- Sex Shop/Cinema - £286 (proposed fee will increase to £300)