- When will the new Liquor Control (Supply and Consumption) Act come into effect?
- The Liquor Control (Supply and Consumption) Act will come into effect on 1 April 2015.
- What is the liquor licence categorization under the new Act?
| Current Categorisation | New Categorisation | New Trading Hours |
| 1st Class Public House | Class 1A | 0600hrs to 2359hrs |
| 2nd Class Public House | Class 1B | 0600hrs to 2200hrs |
| Beer House Licence | Class 2A | 0600hrs to 2359hrs |
| Outdoor Beer House | Class 2B | As indicated in the licence |
|
Retail Liquor Shop |
Class 3A | 0700hrs to 2230hrs |
| Retail Beer Shop | Class 3B | 0700hrs to 2230hrs |
| Wholesale Liquor Shop and Wholesale Beer Shop | Class 4 | 0700hrs to 2230hrs |
| Temporary Liquor Licence |
Class 5 - Temporary Liquor Licence, e.g.
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Similar to the respective Class type, e.g.
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- For liquor retailers holding a 3A / 3B / 4 Licence:
- Is there a changed in my approved trading hours?
- Yes, new trading hours are from 0700hrs to 2230hrs daily.
- Can I apply for an extension of trading hours?
- You may apply for an extension of trading hours after 1 April 2015. Each application will be assessed on a case by case basis.
- Will there be a refund for the shortened trading hours?
- There will be no refund for the shortened trading hours from 2359hrs to 2230hrs. However, if you have paid for extended hours (beyond 2359hrs) for the period from 1 April 2015, a refund will be provided.
Last Updated on 31 October 2017
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