| Describe the steps you intend to take to promote the four licensing objectives: |
| a) General - all four licensing objectives (b, c, d and e) (please read guidance note 10) | As a seafood restaurant, alcoholic beverages should be consumed alongside meals or food offerings whenever possible. Staff are encouraged to promote responsible consumption through food service. |
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| b) The prevention of crime and disorder* | Alcoholic beverages shall only be sold and served between: 5:00 PM and 10:00 PM No alcoholic beverages shall be sold, supplied, or consumed on the premises outside these approved service hours unless otherwise authorised by the relevant licensing authority. |
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| c) Public safety* | Alcohol will only be served to persons who are of the legal drinking age as prescribed by Saint Lucia law. Staff shall request valid photo identification from any customer who appears under the age of 25. Acceptable forms of identification include: Passport National Identification Card Driver's Licence Government-issued photo identification |
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| d) The prevention of public nuisance* | Restaurant staff are responsible for: Monitoring alcohol consumption. Refusing service to any person who appears intoxicated. Preventing excessive drinking. Reporting any incidents involving disorderly conduct. Maintaining a safe dining environment for all patrons. Alcohol service shall be refused to any individual who: Appears visibly intoxicated. Exhibits aggressive, disruptive, or unsafe behaviour. Poses a risk to themselves or others. Management reserves the right to request such persons leave the premises safely and peacefully. |
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| e) The protection of children from harm* | we are committed to providing a safe, welcoming, and family-friendly environment for all children and young people who visit our premises. We recognise our responsibility to help protect children from harm, abuse, neglect, exploitation, and any form of inappropriate behaviour. All employees, contractors, and volunteers are expected to support this commitment and act in the best interests of children at all times. The purpose of this policy is to: Promote the safety and welfare of children. Protect children from physical, emotional, and psychological harm. Provide guidance to staff on responding to child welfare concerns. Ensure compliance with relevant child protection laws and regulations. Maintain a safe environment on restaurant premises. Management shall: Ensure this policy is communicated to all employees. Provide appropriate safeguarding awareness training. Investigate concerns promptly and responsibly. Cooperate with law enforcement and child protection authorities where necessary. Employees shall: Treat all children with dignity and respect. Report any concerns regarding a child's welfare. Remain vigilant for signs of abuse, neglect, or exploitation. Follow established safeguarding procedures. 5. Safe Environment Measures To promote child safety, the restaurant will: Maintain clean, safe, and hazard-free facilities. Ensure emergency exits remain accessible. Supervise children's activity areas where applicable. Take reasonable steps to prevent children from accessing |
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