Public Access is occasionally down for maintenance. If the system is not working, please check back at a later time.
You can view the different types of licences using our licence directory.
Public Access is our on-line service that makes it possible for you to:
- search for current and past licensing applications (please note some current applications may have missing detail on public access while they are being processed, further information on live applications can be found on this page)
- view information on the applications and licences once issued
You can search and view the above information freely.
When you register you will also be able to:
- track the progress of applications
- save your searches
Latest applications for licences and making a representation
On this page you can find all the applications for new or varied premises licences and club premises certificates.
If we dont get any objections to the applications then we must grant the application.
If objections are raised (and not resolved) the Licensing Sub Committee will decide whether to grant the application based on the evidence presented by the relevant parties.
Making representation
Representations must be in writing and received by The Licensing Authority within 28 days beginning on the day after the application was given to us. Your representation must address one or more of the licensing objectives, which are:
- The Prevention of Crime and Disorder
- Public Nuisance
- Public Safety
- The Protection of Children From Harm
Representations should be emailed to licact2003@southend.gov.uk or sent to the Licensing Authority, Southend-on-Sea City Council, Civic Centre (Floor 5) , Victoria Avenue, Southend-on-Sea, Essex SS2 6ZG. In order to validate your representation please include your full postal address.
Please note that if you make a representation to an application:
- The Licensing Act 2003 (hearings) Regulations 2005 require the Licensing Authority to provide the applicant with copies of any relevant representations made in full (including personal data such as name and address). The Licensing Authority will not edit your letter of representation before it sends it out.
- your letter will also be in the agenda should the matter proceed to a sub-committee hearing. Your personal data may also be published in the minutes which are given to all parties to the proceedings and available on our website
- a record of the application, the statutory register of the Licensing Authority, may be inspected at the Councils office address given above, between 08:30 and 16:45 on Mondays to Fridays except on bank and public holidays
- if you make a false statement in connection with an application you could be fined up to £5000
Latest applications
B&M
Ward: Victoria
Address: Victoria Plaza Shopping Centre, High Street, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS2 5SG
Summary of proposal: Application for a premises licence: Supply of alcohol for consumption off the premises daily between 07:00 to 23:00.
Representation must be received by 7 January 2025 (24/02434/LAPREM)
Sahara Tapas restaurant and cocktail bar
Ward: Milton
Address: 32 Alexandra Street, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 1BU
Summary of proposal: Application for a premises licence: The sale of alcohol on and off the premises Sunday to Thursday - 12:00 to 23:00, Friday to Saturday - 12:00 to 00:00. Late night refreshments: Friday to Saturday - 23:00 to 00:00
Representation must be received by 27 December 2024 (24/02383/LAPREM)
117-119 Rectory Grove, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, SS9 2HW
Ward: Leigh
Address: 117-119 Rectory Grove, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, SS9 2HW
Summary of proposal: Application for a new premises licence: Supply of alcohol for consumption on the premises: Wednesday - 12:00 to 17:00, Thursday to Saturday - 12:00 to 23:00, Sunday - 12:00 to 21:00. The Provision of Regulated Entertainment Comprising of Live and Recorded Music: Live Music - Friday and Saturday - 08:00 to 23:00, Sunday - 15:00 - 20:00. Recorded Music - Monday to Wednesday - 08:00 to 17:00, Thursday to Saturday - 08:00 to 23:00, Sunday - 08:00 to 21:00
Representation must be received by 18 December 2024 (24/02184/LAPREM)