Events and catering

The event management policy explains the expectation and procedures for events.  

There is also information which provides guidance on the many tasks and actions you need to consider when planning an event, including bouncy castles. 

If you are organising the catering for an event, this policy has some useful information to help you make sure that you are meeting all the necessary regulations and requirements

You'll also find guidance on what health and safety requirements you'll need to include when creating service contracts.

Event Management (HSP 9.33) (DOCX, 1MB)  

The volunteering management guidance outlines what you need to consider and put in place before the council can approve an event where volunteers will be working. This guidance lists the minimum health and safety requirements that you need to consider.  

Volunteering Management Guidance (HSG019) (DOCX, 58KB)  

The following guidance covers events, or activities at events which are not included in other event guidance. 

• Face Painting RA (HST021) (DOC, 58KB)  
• Layout and Seating used for Public Performances Assemblies RA (HST022) (DOCX, 64KB)   

Alcohol 

You need permission to sell alcohol. This guidance will help you get the necessary approvals. 

Alcohol Declaration (HSF134) (DOCX, 66KB)   

Authorisation of Persons to Sell Alcohol (HSF136) (DOCX, 66KB)  

While the event is taking place you will need to keep a record of any occasion you refuse sell alcohol to anyone, for example if you believe them to underage.  

Alcohol refusal log (HSF135) (DOCX, 62KB)