Under the Licensing Act 2003 applications concerning the grant or variation of a premises licence or club premises certificate, or the grant of a provisional statement are subject to the publication of a notice on the premises and in a local newspaper by the applicant.
In addition we are also required to publish notice of these types of applications and any that are pending will appear, and can be viewed, below.
Anyone can make a representation on the applications listed below (either for or against the matter). We must receive your representation by the dates shown by each application below.
Please read the below guidance notes before you submit any representations.
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Notice is hereby given that McDonald's Restaurant Limited of McDonalds Restaurant Dunnings Bridge Road Bootle L30 has applied to Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council for a Variation of a Premise Licence.
The terms of which being as follows:
To remove the Drive-Thru/Delivery only restriction from 00:00 until 05:00 to enable the in-store restaurant to remain open 24/7.
This application can be inspected in person at the below postal address (weekdays 09.00 to 15.00 by appointment).
Any representations to the application shall be in writing and should be lodged with The Licensing Authority Licensing Unit, Sefton MBC, Magdalen House, 30 Trinity Road, Bootle, L20 3NJ, stating the terms of the grounds of the said representation, not later than 20 April 2026.
It is an offence knowingly or recklessly to make a false statement in connection with an application. A person is liable to an unlimited fine on conviction should such a false statement be
made.
Notice is hereby given that PM Nights Limited of Red Squirrel Orrell Hill Lane Ince Blundell L38 5DA has applied to Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council for a Grant of a Premise Licence.
The terms of which being as follows:
Hours open to public:
Monday - from 09.00 to 00.30
Tuesday - from 09.00 to 00.30
Wednesday - from 09.00 to 00.30
Thursday - from 09.00 to 00.30
Friday - from 09.00 to 00.30
Saturday - from 09.00 to 00.30
Sunday - from 09.00 to 00.30
Licensable activities:
The sale of alcohol by retail
Monday - from 09.00 to 24.00
Tuesday - from 09.00 to 24.00
Wednesday - from 09.00 to 24.00
Thursday - from 09.00 to 24.00
Friday - from 09.00 to 24.00
Saturday - from 09.00 to 24.00
Sunday - from 09.00 to 24.00
The provision of late night refreshment
Monday - from 23.00 to 24.00
Tuesday - from 23.00 to 24.00
Wednesday - from 23.00 to 24.00
Thursday - from 23.00 to 24.00
Friday - from 23.00 to 24.00
Saturday - from 23.00 to 24.00
Sunday - from 23.00 to 24.00
The provision of regulated entertainment - Films
Monday - from 09.00 to 24.00
Tuesday - from 09.00 to 24.00
Wednesday - from 09.00 to 24.00
Thursday - from 09.00 to 24.00
Friday - from 09.00 to 24.00
Saturday - from 10.00 to 24.00
Sunday - from 09.00 to 24.00
The provision of regulated entertainment - Indoor sporting events
Monday - from 23.00 to 24.00
Tuesday - from 23.00 to 24.00
Wednesday - from 23.00 to 24.00
Thursday - from 23.00 to 24.00
Friday - from 23.00 to 24.00
Saturday - from 23.00 to 24.00
Sunday - from 23.00 to 24.00
The provision of regulated entertainment - Live music
Monday - from 23.00 to 24.00
Tuesday - from 23.00 to 24.00
Wednesday - from 23.00 to 24.00
Thursday - from 23.00 to 24.00
Friday - from 23.00 to 24.00
Saturday - from 23.00 to 24.00
Sunday - from 23.00 to 24.00
The provision of regulated entertainment - Recorded music
Monday - from 23.00 to 24.00
Tuesday - from 23.00 to 24.00
Wednesday - from 23.00 to 24.00
Thursday - from 23.00 to 24.00
Friday - from 23.00 to 24.00
Saturday - from 23.00 to 24.00
Sunday - from 23.00 to 24.00
The provision of regulated entertainment - entertainment of a similar description to that falling within the category of live music, recorded music, or performance of dance
Monday - from 23.00 to 24.00
Tuesday - from 23.00 to 24.00
Wednesday - from 23.00 to 24.00
Thursday - from 23.00 to 24.00
Friday - from 23.00 to 24.00
Saturday - from 23.00 to 24.00
Sunday - from 23.00 to 24.00
This application can be inspected in person at the below postal address (weekdays 09.00 to 15.00 by appointment).
Any representations to the application shall be in writing and should be lodged with The Licensing Authority Licensing Unit, Sefton MBC, Magdalen House, 30 Trinity Road, Bootle, L20 3NJ, stating the terms of the grounds of the said representation, not later than 6 May 2026.
It is an offence knowingly or recklessly to make a false statement in connection with an application. A person is liable to an unlimited fine on conviction should such a false statement be
made.
Notice is hereby given that Ascot Properties UK Limited of Caradoc 275 Crosby Road South Seaforth L21 4LU has applied to Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council for a Variation of a Premise Licence.
The terms of which being as follows:
To amend the sale of alcohol 11.00 – 02.00 Friday – Sunday.
To amend the provision of recorded music 11.00 – 02.00 Friday – Sunday.
To amend the provision of live music 11.00 – 01.00 Friday – Sunday.
To amend the hours that the premises are open to the public 11.00 – 02.30 Friday -Sunday.
This application can be inspected in person at the below postal address (weekdays 09.00 to 15.00 by appointment).
Any representations to the application shall be in writing and should be lodged with The Licensing Authority Licensing Unit, Sefton MBC, Magdalen House, 30 Trinity Road, Bootle, L20 3NJ, stating the terms of the grounds of the said representation, not later than 14 May 2026.
It is an offence knowingly or recklessly to make a false statement in connection with an application. A person is liable to an unlimited fine on conviction should such a false statement be made.
Notice is hereby given that The Fox Den Crosby LTD of The Fox Den Crosby Ltd 14 Endbutt Lane Crosby L23 0TR has applied to Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council for a Grant of a Premise Licence.
The terms of which being as follows:
Hours open to public:
Monday - from 11.00 to 00.00
Tuesday - from 11.00 to 00.00
Wednesday - from 11.00 to 00.00
Thursday - from 11.00 to 00.00
Friday - from 11.00 to 00.00
Saturday - from 11.00 to 00.00
Sunday - from 11.00 to 00.00
Licensable activities:
The sale of alcohol by retail
Monday - from 11.00 to 23.00
Tuesday - from 11.00 to 23.00
Wednesday - from 11.00 to 23.00
Thursday - from 11.00 to 23.00
Friday - from 11.00 to 23.00
Saturday - from 11.00 to 23.00
Sunday - from 11.00 to 23.00
The provision of regulated entertainment - Recorded music
Monday - from 11.00 to 23.00
Tuesday - from 11.00 to 23.00
Wednesday - from 11.00 to 23.00
Thursday - from 11.00 to 23.00
Friday - from 11.00 to 23.00
Saturday - from 11.00 to 23.00
Sunday - from 11.00 to 23.00
This application can be inspected in person at the below postal address (weekdays 09.00 to 15.00 by appointment).
Any representations to the application shall be in writing and should be lodged with The Licensing Authority Licensing Unit, Sefton MBC, Magdalen House, 30 Trinity Road, Bootle, L20 3NJ, stating the terms of the grounds of the said representation, not later than 30 July 2026.
It is an offence knowingly or recklessly to make a false statement in connection with an application. A person is liable to an unlimited fine on conviction should such a false statement be made.
Notice is hereby given that DD Shop Ltd of D&D Convenience Store 8 Bold Street Southport PR9 0DD has applied to Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council for a Grant of a Premise Licence.
The terms of which being as follows:
Hours open to public:
Monday - from 07.00 to 23.00
Tuesday - from 07.00 to 23.00
Wednesday - from 07.00 to 23.00
Thursday - from 07.00 to 23.00
Friday - from 07.00 to 23.00
Saturday - from 07.00 to 23.00
Sunday - from 07.00 to 23.00
Licensable activities:
The sale of alcohol by retail
Monday - from 07.00 to 23.00
Tuesday - from 07.00 to 23.00
Wednesday - from 07.00 to 23.00
Thursday - from 07.00 to 23.00
Friday - from 07.00 to 23.00
Saturday - from 07.00 to 23.00
Sunday - from 07.00 to 23.00
This application can be inspected in person at the below postal address (weekdays 09.00 to 15.00 by appointment).
Any representations to the application shall be in writing and should be lodged with The Licensing Authority Licensing Unit, Sefton MBC, Magdalen House, 30 Trinity Road, Bootle, L20 3NJ, stating the terms of the grounds of the said representation, not later than 3 August 2026.
It is an offence knowingly or recklessly to make a false statement in connection with an application. A person is liable to an unlimited fine on conviction should such a false statement be made.
Notice is hereby given that Paul Halsall of 385 Lord Street Southport PR9 0AG has applied to Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council for a Grant of a Premise Licence.
The terms of which being as follows:
Hours open to public:
Monday - from 08.00 to 00.00
Tuesday - from 08.00 to 00.00
Wednesday - from 08.00 to 00.00
Thursday - from 08.00 to 00.00
Friday - from 08.00 to 00.00
Saturday - from 08.00 to 00.00
Sunday - from 08.00 to 00.00
Licensable activities:
The sale of alcohol by retail
Monday - from 10.00 to 00.00
Tuesday - from 10.00 to 00.00
Wednesday - from 10.00 to 00.00
Thursday - from 10.00 to 00.00
Friday - from 10.00 to 00.00
Saturday - from 10.00 to 00.00
Sunday - from 10.00 to 00.00
The provision of late night refreshment
Monday - from 23.00 to 00.00
Tuesday - from 23.00 to 00.00
Wednesday - from 23.00 to 00.00
Thursday - from 23.00 to 00.00
Friday - from 23.00 to 00.00
Saturday - from 23.00 to 00.00
Sunday - from 23.00 to 00.00
The provision of regulated entertainment - Live music
Monday - from 12.00 to 00.00
Tuesday - from 12.00 to 00.00
Wednesday - from 12.00 to 00.00
Thursday - from 12.00 to 00.00
Friday - from 12.00 to 00.00
Saturday - from 12.00 to 00.00
Sunday - from 12.00 to 00.00
The provision of regulated entertainment - Recorded music
Monday - from 08.00 to 00.00
Tuesday - from 08.00 to 00.00
Wednesday - from 08.00 to 00.00
Thursday - from 08.00 to 00.00
Friday - from 08.00 to 00.00
Saturday - from 08.00 to 00.00
Sunday - from 08.00 to 00.00
This application can be inspected in person at the below postal address (weekdays 09.00 to 15.00 by appointment).
Any representations to the application shall be in writing and should be lodged with The Licensing Authority Licensing Unit, Sefton MBC, Magdalen House, 30 Trinity Road, Bootle, L20 3NJ, stating the terms of the grounds of the said representation, not later than 18 July 2026.
It is an offence knowingly or recklessly to make a false statement in connection with an application. A person is liable to an unlimited fine on conviction should such a false statement be made.
Notice is hereby given that Potters Sports Bar Limited of Potters Sports Bar LTD Troutbeck House 27 Brows Lane Formby L37 4HS has applied to Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council for a Grant of a Premise Licence.
The terms of which being as follows:
Hours open to public:
Monday - from 09.00 to 23.00
Tuesday - from 09.00 to 23.00
Wednesday - from 09.00 to 23.00
Thursday - from 09.00 to 23.00
Friday - from 09.00 to 00.30
Saturday - from 09.00 to 00.30
Sunday - from 09.00 to 23.00
Licensable activities:
The sale of alcohol by retail
Monday - from 09.00 to 23.00
Tuesday - from 09.00 to 23.00
Wednesday - from 09.00 to 23.00
Thursday - from 09.00 to 23.00
Friday - from 09.00 to 00.30
Saturday - from 09.00 to 00.30
Sunday - from 09.00 to 23.00
The provision of late night refreshment
Friday - from 23.00 to 00.30
Saturday - from 23.00 to 00.30
The provision of regulated entertainment - Indoor sporting events
Monday - from 09.00 to 23.00
Tuesday - from 09.00 to 23.00
Wednesday - from 09.00 to 23.00
Thursday - from 09.00 to 23.00
Friday - from 09.00 to 00.30
Saturday - from 09.00 to 00.30
Sunday - from 09.00 to 23.00
The provision of regulated entertainment - Live music
Monday - from 12.00 to 22.00
Tuesday - from 12.00 to 22.00
Wednesday - from 12.00 to 22.00
Thursday - from 12.00 to 22.00
Friday - from 12.00 to 22.00
Saturday - from 12.00 to 22.00
Sunday - from 12.00 to 21.00
The provision of regulated entertainment - Recorded music
Monday - from 10.00 to 23.00
Tuesday - from 10.00 to 23.00
Wednesday - from 10.00 to 23.00
Thursday - from 10.00 to 23.00
Friday - from 10.00 to 00.30
Saturday - from 10.00 to 00.30
Sunday - from 10.00 to 23.00
This application can be inspected in person at the below postal address (weekdays 09.00 to 15.00 by appointment).
Any representations to the application shall be in writing and should be lodged with The Licensing Authority Licensing Unit, Sefton MBC, Magdalen House, 30 Trinity Road, Bootle, L20 3NJ, stating the terms of the grounds of the said representation, not later than 16 August 2026.
It is an offence knowingly or recklessly to make a false statement in connection with an application. A person is liable to an unlimited fine on conviction should such a false statement be made.
Notice is hereby given that SAFE Regeneration of Lock & Quay Community Gardens 2 Irlam Road Bootle L20 4AH has applied to Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council for a Grant of a Premise Licence.
The terms of which being as follows:
Hours open to public:
Monday - from 12.00 to 23.00
Tuesday - from 12.00 to 23.00
Wednesday - from 12.00 to 23.00
Thursday - from 12.00 to 23.00
Friday - from 12.00 to 23.00
Saturday - from 12.00 to 23.00
Sunday - from 12.00 to 23.00
Licensable activities:
The sale of alcohol by retail
Monday - from 12.00 to 23.00
Tuesday - from 12.00 to 23.00
Wednesday - from 12.00 to 23.00
Thursday - from 12.00 to 23.00
Friday - from 12.00 to 23.00
Saturday - from 12.00 to 23.00
Sunday - from 12.00 to 23.00
This application can be inspected in person at the below postal address (weekdays 09.00 to 15.00 by appointment).
Any representations to the application shall be in writing and should be lodged with The Licensing Authority Licensing Unit, Sefton MBC, Magdalen House, 30 Trinity Road, Bootle, L20 3NJ, stating the terms of the grounds of the said representation, not later than 10 August 2026.
It is an offence knowingly or recklessly to make a false statement in connection with an application. A person is liable to an unlimited fine on conviction should such a false statement be made.
Notice is hereby given that JD Wetherspoon PLC of Wetherspoons 93-97 Lord Street Southport PR8 1RH has applied to Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council for a Variation of a Premise Licence.
The terms of which being as follows:
The application seeks to amend the plan attached to the Premises Licence.
Removal of the following conditions from Annex 2 of the Premises Licence due to the premises changing to operate as a hotel;
Children shall be required to vacate the premises by 22:00 unless they are eating in which case they will be required to vacate the premises by 22:30 and
No person under the age of 16 shall be allowed in, or remain on, the premises after 22.30 hours.
This application can be inspected in person at the below postal address (weekdays 09.00 to 15.00 by appointment).
Any representations to the application shall be in writing and should be lodged with The Licensing Authority Licensing Unit, Sefton MBC, Magdalen House, 30 Trinity Road, Bootle, L20 3NJ, stating the terms of the grounds of the said representation, not later than 21 August 2026.
It is an offence knowingly or recklessly to make a false statement in connection with an application. A person is liable to an unlimited fine on conviction should such a false statement be made.
Notice is hereby given that Crosby P&S Ltd t/a Panko & Sushi Crosby of Panko & Sushi Crosby 16 Liverpool Road Crosby L23 5SF has applied to Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council for a Grant of a Premise Licence.
The terms of which being as follows:
Hours open to public:
Monday - from 12.00 to 22.00
Tuesday - from 12.00 to 22.00
Wednesday - from 12.00 to 22.00
Thursday - from 12.00 to 22.00
Friday - from 12.00 to 23.00
Saturday - from 12.00 to 23.00
Sunday - from 12.00 to 22.00
Licensable activities:
The sale of alcohol by retail
Monday - from 12.00 to 21.30
Tuesday - from 12.00 to 21.30
Wednesday - from 12.00 to 21.30
Thursday - from 12.00 to 21.30
Friday - from 12.00 to 22.30
Saturday - from 12.00 to 22.30
Sunday - from 12.00 to 21.30
The provision of regulated entertainment - Live music
Monday - from 12.00 to 22.00
Tuesday - from 12.00 to 22.00
Wednesday - from 12.00 to 22.00
Thursday - from 12.00 to 22.00
Friday - from 12.00 to 23.00
Saturday - from 12.00 to 23.00
Sunday - from 12.00 to 22.00
The provision of regulated entertainment - Recorded music
Monday - from 12.00 to 22.00
Tuesday - from 12.00 to 22.00
Wednesday - from 12.00 to 22.00
Thursday - from 12.00 to 22.00
Friday - from 12.00 to 23.00
Saturday - from 12.00 to 23.00
Sunday - from 12.00 to 22.00
This application can be inspected in person at the below postal address (weekdays 09.00 to 15.00 by appointment).
Any representations to the application shall be in writing and should be lodged with The Licensing Authority Licensing Unit, Sefton MBC, Magdalen House, 30 Trinity Road, Bootle, L20 3NJ, stating the terms of the grounds of the said representation, not later than 24 August 2026.
It is an offence knowingly or recklessly to make a false statement in connection with an application. A person is liable to an unlimited fine on conviction should such a false statement be made.