LCQ Exam Questions And Answers | Updated 2026

LCQ Exam Questions And Answers | Updated 2026 How long is a new liquor license valid for? - answer-One Year Other than in a club how long can customers remain on licensed premises after the licensed period has stopped? Customers must leave the premises: - answer-30 minutes after the licensed period has stopped What are 3 responsibilities of the Duty Manager or Server with regard to alcohol promotions under the SSoA act 2012? - answer-No appeal to minors No advertising free alcohol No advertising discounts of more than 25% State the Underlying purpose of the Act. - answer-The purpose of the Act is for the benefit of the community as a whole. To put in place a new system of control over the sale and supply of alcohol which is reasonable, and to reform more generally the law relating to the sale, supply, and consumption of alcohol so that its effect and administration help to achieve the object of this Act. State the Object of the act. - answer-The object is that the sale, supply and consumption of alcohol should be undertaken safely and responsibly, and that the harm caused by the excessive or inappropriate consumption of alcohol should be minimized. State 1 benefit of good host responsibility practice for each of the following groups. Servers. Businesses. Customers. The Community. - answer-Servers: Confident and efficient staff who know they are meeting their legal obligations and can handle difficult situations effectively. Businesses: Enhance the reputation of the business.Customers: Know that they are in a safe environment and can relax. The Community: Fewer alcohol related motor vehicle accidents and injuries. Local Alcohol policies are developed to address problems with alcohol that have been identified by a local community. Describe the purpose and function of an LAP. - answer-LAP's aim to give the community more input into licensing decisions, and are legally enforceable. List 3 criteria that may be included in the scope of a Local Alcohol Policy. - answer-Opening hours Location One way door policies. The Alcohol Regulatory and Licensing Authority, the District Licensing Committee, Licensing Inspectors, the Police and Community Public Health are responsible for the administration of the Sale of Alcohol legislation. Explain the structure of the following authorities and 1 responsibility of each: Alcohol Regulatory and Licensing Authority (ARLA) District Licensing Committee - answer-ARLA: 3 District court judges appointed by the crown. Responsible for administering and monitoring the Act on a National Level. DLC: 3 council appointed members. Responsible for administering and monitoring the act on a local level. Explain the structure of the following authorities and 1 role of each in relation to unopposed and opposed applications for a managers certificate. Inspector PoliceCommunity Public Health - answer-Inspector: Part of the Alcohol Licensing Team under the DLC. Must inquire into the application or renewal and file a report with licensing committee within 15 days. Police: Alcohol Harm Reduction Unit. Must inquire into the application or renewal, and if they have any matters of opposition to it file a report with the licensing committee within 15 days. Community Public Health: Two officers delegated their authority under the Medical Officer of Health. Must inquire into the application or renewal, and if they have any matters of opposition to it file a report with the licensing committee within 15 days. List 4 items other than the fee and 3 copies of the application, that must accompany the application or renewal form for an on, off, club and/or special license. - answer-Certificate of incorporation Host responsibility plan Floor plan Photograph of the exterior of the building What 2 actions would an applicant need to take in order to be issued with an on, off and/or club licence? - answer-They must obtain a certificate of compliance, and make the public aware of the application or renewal via 2 separate posts in the newspaper and 1 sign on the premise so that the public can have a chance to object it. What is the minimum time before it is needed that an application for a special licence must be received by the DLC? - answer-20 days before it is needed Special licenses have various conditions that pertain to the premises that require them. State 2 reasons why a licensed premise would make an application for a special licence. - answer-For a special event To extend the hours or area of the current licence. Explain what type of licence an Off-Licence is. - answer-An Off-Licence allows alcohol to be sold solely for the consumption away from the licensed premise. Describe 1 compulsory condition that applies to supermarkets and grocery stores that hold an off licence. - answer-They cannot sell spirits or spirit based drinks.