Agenda and minutes

To receive apologies for absence from Members to determine the quorum of the meeting in accordance with Rule 7 of Part 4 of the Constitution.

An apology for absence was received from Councillors Mrs R H Adams, Mrs L Eaton JP, Mrs H E Darling JP and D A Gamble.

To appoint substitute Members in accordance with Rule 26 of Part 4 of the Constitution and the Substitution Procedure Rules.

None.

Members are reminded that any declaration of interest should be made having regard to the Members’ Code of Conduct. In particular, Members must make clear the nature of the interest and whether it is 'pecuniary' or ‘non-pecuniary'.

Councillor M H Charlesworth declared a non-pecuniary interest with insofar as he has an allotment and is the proprietor of a licensed catering business within the Borough.

Councillor M H Charlesworth declared a non-pecuniary interest with regard to item 8 of the agenda, insofar as he is an employee of the Leicester racecourse, therefore, he did not participate in the vote during item 8 of the agenda.

To read, confirm and sign the minutes of the previous meeting in accordance with Rule 19 of Part 4 of the Constitution.

By affirmation of the meeting, it was

UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED THAT:

The minutes of the previous meeting held on 24 June 2021 be taken as read, confirmed and signed.

To read, confirm and note the Action List arising from the Chair’s Briefing.

By affirmation of the meeting, it was

UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED THAT:

The Action List arising from the previous meeting held on 24 June 2021 be noted.

It was moved by Councillor Mrs H E Loydall and second by the Chair and

UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED THAT:

The rules and regulations for e-scooters be put on the Council’s website and that the Head of Law and Democracy write to the Transport Secretary on behalf of the Council expressing concerns that the current e-scooter rules and regulations do not sufficiently protect pedestrians.

To receive any Petitions and, or, Deputations in accordance with Rule(s) 11 and 12 of Part 4 of the Constitution and the Petitions Procedure Rules respectively.

None.

Report of the Licensing Enforcement Officer

The Committee gave consideration to the report (as set out on pages 9 – 12 of the agenda pack) which asked it to raise awareness of the Licensing Service and set out clear priorities for the period 2022 – 2026.

By affirmation of the meeting, it was

UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED THAT:

The content of the report be noted.

Report of the Head of Law & Democracy / Monitoring Officer

The Committee gave consideration to the report (as set out on pages 13 - 18 of the agenda pack) which asked it to note an overview of the work undertaken by the Licensing Section for the third quarter of 2021/22.

By affirmation of the meeting, it was

UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED THAT:

The content of the report be noted.

Report of the Licensing Enforcement Officer

The Committee gave consideration to the report and appendix (as set out on pages 19 – 57 of the agenda pack) which asked it to consider the draft Statement of Gambling Policy 2022-25 (“the Policy”) so the final document can be considered at Full Council on 5 April 2022.

It was moved by the Chair, seconded by the Vice-Chair and

RESOLVED THAT:

The Head of Law and Democracy writes to the Gambling Commission to express concern about the increased amount of social and television advertising for gambling to try and protect more vulnerable groups.

Votes For:                 8

Votes Against:          0

Abstentions:             1

It was moved by the Chair, seconded by the Vice-Chair and

UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED THAT:

(i)          The Draft Statement of Gambling Policy 2022 - 2025 be approved and its adoption recommended to Full Council subject to any amendments arising from the consultation process; and

(ii)        The delegated authority be granted to the Head of Law and Democracy to consider any other amendments as may be necessary in consultation with the Chair of Licensing & Regulatory Committee.