Challenge 25 is now a familiar sight in pubs, bars, restaurants, clubs, supermarkets and off-licences. Posters warn customers that anyone who appears to be under 25 may be asked to prove their age before buying alcohol.

Can the employee legally complete the sale? Alcohol-sales authorisation is frequently misunderstood. Some businesses assume that employing someone automatically allows them to sell alcohol. Others believe the DPS must personally supervise every transaction. Neither assumption provides a reliable compliance system. In this guide, we explain the legal requirement and the practical steps licensed premises should take to train, authorise and monitor employees who sell al

A written drugs policy gives managers, employees and security staff a consistent framework to follow. It should be specific to the premises rather than a generic document that nobody uses.