Designated Premises Supervisor (DPS)

A DPS designated premises supervisor is the person responsible for authorising the sale or supply of alcohol at a licensed premises.

The DPS would normally be the person responsible for the day to day running of the premises, such as a general manager or similar. They must hold a personal alcohol licence under the Licensing Act 2003, and their name would be on the premises licence.

The DPS must be familiar with the social issues and potential problems associated with the sale of alcohol. This is because of the impact alcohol has on the wider community, on crime and disorder, and antisocial behaviour.

Because of these issues, selling alcohol carries greater responsibility than licensing regulated entertainment and late night sales of food and non-alcoholic drinks.

While the DPS does not need to be on site at all times they must always be contactable. They are expected to be involved enough with the business to act as its representative if the police or local government have any questions or concerns about the business. 

Each business may have only one DPS, but the same person may act as the designated premises supervisor at more than one business.

If you need to change the person who is registered as your DPS, you will need to replace their name on your premises licence. We can help you apply for this variation quickly so it won’t impact on the running of your business.

Need help getting your DPS sorted?

• Call: 07544 440655
• Email us: info@ntad.uk