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19/06/2012
Traffic-Light System Planned For Pubs
A 'traffic light' system for pubs and clubs in Northern Ireland will act as a "barometer" for problems, an industry spokesman has said.
Colin Neill of Pubs of Ulster said the PSNI-developed idea would be "an effective tool" for the industry.
Under the proposed system, bars and clubs would be given a red, amber or green classification depending on the amount of violent incidents at the venue.
As well as offering a safety gauge for pubgoers, this would allow the police to restrict licences or slap penalties on the worst offenders, bars with persistent red ratings.
The model was developed in Cardiff, where more than 40,000 people enjoy nights out on a typical weekend.
Details about violent incidents are collected and shared by police and A&E staff and ratings are given according to numbers of alcohol-related crimes or disorder.
If a venue gets a red rating, a licensing officer agrees an action plan with management and police pay visit the premises every Friday and Saturday night.
Mr Neill said: "While Northern Ireland does not have a night time economy anywhere near the scale of that in Cardiff, the Welsh model should still be an effective tool in managing and protecting the industry locally. The proposed system would essentially act as a barometer, highlighting potential issues before they escalate. Pubs of Ulster will continue to work closely with the police on key issues affecting the licensed trade in order to build and maintain a responsible environment that everyone can enjoy."
(NE)
Colin Neill of Pubs of Ulster said the PSNI-developed idea would be "an effective tool" for the industry.
Under the proposed system, bars and clubs would be given a red, amber or green classification depending on the amount of violent incidents at the venue.
As well as offering a safety gauge for pubgoers, this would allow the police to restrict licences or slap penalties on the worst offenders, bars with persistent red ratings.
The model was developed in Cardiff, where more than 40,000 people enjoy nights out on a typical weekend.
Details about violent incidents are collected and shared by police and A&E staff and ratings are given according to numbers of alcohol-related crimes or disorder.
If a venue gets a red rating, a licensing officer agrees an action plan with management and police pay visit the premises every Friday and Saturday night.
Mr Neill said: "While Northern Ireland does not have a night time economy anywhere near the scale of that in Cardiff, the Welsh model should still be an effective tool in managing and protecting the industry locally. The proposed system would essentially act as a barometer, highlighting potential issues before they escalate. Pubs of Ulster will continue to work closely with the police on key issues affecting the licensed trade in order to build and maintain a responsible environment that everyone can enjoy."
(NE)
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