What is an order of closure?

1 an order which may be made by a Senior Police Officer closing licensed premises. The order must specify the premises to be closed, the period of closure up to 24 hours and the grounds on which the order is being made, for example, disorder or excessive noise.

Who can issue a closure notice?

(b)any person who has control of or responsibility for the premises or who has an interest in them, that the notice is going to be issued. (7)Before issuing a closure notice the police officer or local authority must ensure that any body or individual the officer or authority thinks appropriate has been consulted.

How long does a closure order take?

(6)A closure order is an order prohibiting access to the premises for a period specified in the order. The period may not exceed 3 months.

How long does it take to get a closure order?

Whenever a closure notice is issued an application can be made to a magistrates’ court for a closure order. This can be made by a constable or the local authority and must be heard by the magistrates’ court not later than 48 hours after service of the closure notice. A closure order can be for up to 3 months.

How long does a closure notice last?

A Closure Notice usually lasts up to 24 hours but can be extended to a maximum of 48 hours if certain conditions are satisfied. The Closure Notice has the effect of closing the premises to everyone except the owner and anyone who is habitually resident.

What happens when a closure order expires?

Before the closure order expires, the police or local authority could apply to the magistrates’ court for an extension of the order if this was deemed necessary. The order can be extended for up to three months and the maximum period a closure order could last for overall would be six months (section 82(7) and (8)).

How long can a closure order last?

Can you appeal a closure order?

You have the chance to appeal the decision of a closure order within 21 days of the date of the decision in the Magistrate’s Court, due to the short time periods involved and the potentially dramatic outcomes, it is imperative that you seek legal advice as soon as you are handed a closure notice.

How long does a closure order last?

What does notice of closure mean?

Notice of Closure means a notice to the worker issued by the insurer to close an accepted disabling claim or to reduce permanent total disability to permanent partial disability.

How long do closure orders last?

Closure powers allow the local authority or police to quickly close premises which are being used, or likely to be used, to commit nuisance or disorder. This power can be used for up to 48 hours out of court and is single power that is intended to cover a wide range of behaviours in a quick and flexible way.