Party-planners - Don't forget a TEN!
Revellers in Carmarthenshire are urged to apply immediately to licence their events, or face disappointment over the festive period. Carmarthenshire County Council, which issues Temporary Event Notices within the county, wishes to encourage those wishing to hold a public event or extend their existing hours over the Christmas and New Year period to submit their applications promptly. Activities covered by the Temporary Event Notices (TEN) are: Sales by retail of alcohol for consumption either off or on the premises or both; the supply of alcohol by or on behalf of a club to, or to the order of a member of a club; the provision of regulated entertainment, and the provision of late night refreshments (between 11pm and 5am). Events covered by a Temporary Events Notice (TEN) can last for up to 96 hours and must involve no more than 499 people. Anyone wishing to apply for a ‘TEN’ must submit two copies of the application to the council at least 10 working days excluding the day of the event...