Under the Licensing Act 2003, responsible authorities and others have 28 days from the application date for a Premises Licence/Club Premises Certificate (and variation) to make representation to the Licensing Authority.
Representations must be made in writing and it is an offence under Section 158 of the LA 2003 knowingly or recklessly to make a false statement in connection with an application. Those who make up a false statement may be liable on summary conviction to a fine of any amount.
Premises Licence and Club Premises Certificates
| Applicant | Address of Premises | Details of application | Last date for representations |
|---|---|---|---|
| AJR Investments Corporation Limited | St James Club, 38 to 40 High Street, Bedford, MK40 1SP |
Application for the grant of a new premises licence. Applicant seeks to authorise the sale by retail of alcohol for consumption on the premises only Monday to Sunday 10:00 to 23:30 |
3 February 2026 |
| Sivaharan Sivasubramaniam | St Mary's Post office, 12 to 14 St Mary's Street, Bedford, MK42 0AS |
Application for a variation to an existing premises licence. Applicant seeks to vary the hours for the sale by retail of alcohol for consumption off the premises only From: Monday to Sunday 10:00 to 23:00 and Sunday 12:00 to 22:30 To: Monday to Sunday 06:00 to 00:00 The removal of outdated conditions and proposed new conditions to address the 4 licensing objectives. |
16 February 2026 |
| Shree Varni UK Limited | Pinners Newsagents and Post Office, 14 to 16 Library Walk, Bedford, MK41 8HF |
Application for the grant of a new premises licence. Applicant seeks to authorise the sale by retail of alcohol for consumption off the premises only Monday to Sunday 06:00 to 23:00 |
26 February 2026 |
A Public Register showing the address, operating schedule and plan of premise can be viewed by appointment at the Council offices by emailing: Licensing@bedford.gov.uk
Download a summary of applications received for Temporary Event Notices, DPS Variations and Transfer of Premises Licences (PDF).
Licensing Service
Borough Hall
Cauldwell Street
Bedford
MK42 9AP
For more information about licensing, please visit the Home Office website.