The Board would like to remind all liquor licence 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.

Licence holders are being reminded of their responsibility under Section 28 of the Liquor Licence Law which states it is licencees 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 licencee shall be equally culpable with such person of such offence whether the licencee was or was not present at the time of the act or omission constituting such offence.

Licence 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 licence.

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 Licencees who are in contravention of the laws will be reported to the Liquor Licensing Board.

Interested members of the public can email DCI for information.