The BIIAB Award for Personal Licence Holders (APLH) Licensing Law in England & Wales states that anyone who authorises the retail sale of alcohol must hold a personal licence. Those who wish to obtain a personal licence need to apply to their local authority. Applicants for a personal licence must first obtain a government approved licensing qualification such as the BIIAB Award for Personal Licence Holders (APLH).

Inn Confidence provides classes for the BIIAB APLH throughout England & Wales. Each class lasts one-day (typically from 9.30am to 4.30pm), involves a thorough training session and is followed by the 40-minute multiple-choice exam.

To see examples of specimen exam questions for the APLH, visit our 'downloads' page

The BIIAB APLH covers the syllabus set by government to enable candidates to understand the law in relation to :

the roles, responsibilities and functions of licensing authorities within the framework of the licensing objectives

the application process for a personal licence

the role and legal responsibilities of the personal licence holder, and the penalties relating to failure to comply with the law

the premises licence

the content and purpose of operating schedules

the role and duties of the designated premises supervisor

unauthorised and temporary licensable activities

rights of entry to licensed premises

police powers with regard to suspension and closure of licensed premises

the specific prohibitions for the sale of alcohol

the strengths of alcoholic drinks and the effects of alcohol on the body