PUBS and clubs hosting 18th and 21st birthday parties would need to give police at least two weeks’ notice under proposed changes to licensing rules in East Lothian.
The new policy would be introduced for licensed premises and be made a condition for any future applications.
It would require police and licensing officers to be told about the planned parties to give them an opportunity to brief organisers about their expectations.
A spokesperson for East Lothian Council confirmed that its licensing board was considering the change to its policy as part of a review, saying: “It would allow police time to engage with party organisers and explain what is expected.”
At a meeting of the licensing board last week, the issue was raised in a number of licence applications.
North Berwick Rugby Club was granted an open alcohol licence with the condition it would inform police of any 18th or 21st birthday party plans.
Macmerry Bowling Club was also granted an open licence after it agreed to never hold a party of that type.
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