Entertainment Licences and Permissions
If you are organising an event involving entertainment which is open to the public you may need a licence.
The impact of the Coronavirus (COVID -19) continues to have a significant impact on the processing of licence applications.
If you need to get in touch with the Licensing Team, please do so by email to the following address licensingservices@westlothian.gov.uk email enquiries will be prioritised and responded to on a priority/urgent basis.
In the meantime, applications for licences and permits should be posted along with cheques or postal orders for payment of any fee required and copies of all required supporting documentation to;
Licensing Team
West Lothian Council
Civic Centre
Livingston
EH54 6FF
If you are unable to post your application and fee please contact the Licensing Team by email.
Please be aware that there will likely be delays in the processing of applications due to changes in working conditions due to the ongoing situation.
The Licensing Team are able to provide general guidance on a scheme but cannot assist you to complete your application form or provide legal advice on whether a licence is required. You should seek legal advice from a solicitor or advice centre if you are unsure as to whether you require a licence.
If your event involves any of the type of entertainment contained within the West Lothian Council's
If you are organising an event in a public place and this will also involve the selling (e.g. stalls selling food and other items) or the provision of services for money (e.g. face painting) you may also require additional licences such as street traders licences or market operator licences.
If your event involves a public procession or parade you require to give notice of it to the Council.
If your event involves the sale of alcohol you will also need an occasional licence if the alcohol is not being sold from a licensed premises
If your event involves a public charitable collection you may require a permit from the Council.
If your event involves the setting off of fireworks between the hours of 11pm and 7am you may require to apply for a fireworks dispensation.
More information can be obtained from the Licensing Team on 01506 281632 or by emailing licensingservices@westlothian.gov.uk
