Premises licences

Local Pubwatch schemes operate in Newark, Southwell, Blidworth and Rainworth.

They are part of a partnership approach to keeping communities safe as well as providing a positive forum for doing good business.

Managers and staff from pubs and clubs in our local towns meet up regularly to:

• identify any anti-social behaviour by customers
• discuss any incidents that have happened
• talk about business 

Safety first

Safety for staff and customers is always a top priority and local pub managers work with the police and our licensing officers who can provide advice and guidance when needed.

Anyone committing serious incidents such as assaults, drug use and damage are discussed and will be barred from all pubs in the area.

How it works

Local pub managers run the meetings with support from the police and our licensing team. We help by giving guidance and access to resources such as posters and drugs wipes.

Licensees and pub staff share information using a mobile app called Schemelink. The app allows personal data such as images to be shared of problematic customers without violating GDPR regulations. You can find more information about Schemelink on our Shopwatch page.

Join now

There is no cost to join pubwatch, and any licensee can get involved. We’re in regular contact with most local licensees and encourage everyone to attend. For more information contact us using the details below.