Licensing forum

We have established a Licensing Forum which allows for a platform of communication between key stakeholders, providing a structured environment for collaborative working, best practice and shares community challenges between business, residents, police, and the local authority.

The last meeting was held on 31 March 2026 at the Civic Centre. It was attended by:

  • Folkestone & Hythe District Council - Licensing & Environmental Protection
  • Folkestone & Hythe District Council - Community Safety Unit
  • Representatives from local businesses
  • The Chair of the Folkestone Community Forum
  • Representatives from Kent Police

View the FHDC Licensing Forum - Terms of Reference (PDF, 84KB)

View the Licensing Team Forum presentation March 2026 (PDF, 539KB)

Kent Police gave a verbal update of their activity across the previous 6 months which highlighted their partnership working with the FHDC Licensing Team.