You must make an application for a special licence 20 working days before the event.
20 December to 15 January is a non-working period under the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012.
This means that if you need a special licence you need to check those dates carefully.
Event date Last date to lodge application
19 December 2020 – 23 January 2021 23 November 2020
21 January 2021 – 28 January 2021 22 November 2020
29 January 2021 – 13 February 2021 Early December 2020
14 February 2021 18 January 2021
Check you have at least 20 working days between lodging your application and your event. If you are not sure give us a call on 0800 ALCOHOL.