Andy Newman Consultancy Ltd

Licensing consultancy in Woodford Green, Greater London

Andy Newman Consultancy Ltd is a licensing consultancy based in Woodford Green, in the London Borough of Redbridge. The firm advises venues and operators on premises licences, alcohol licensing and related regulatory processes, and presents itself as a partner that combines expertise, insight and practical solutions. Its stated focus is the licensing regime governing premises, regulated entertainment and late night refreshment.

The practice is led by Andy Newman, described on the site as a retired Met Police inspector with more than 30 years of service. According to the company, he chaired the Hackney Enforcement Licensing Officers Group and held responsibility for licensing during his police career. The firm also states that it is an active member of professional bodies and that it draws on a network of associates selected by hand, often with relevant previous experience.

Premises and alcohol licence applications

The consultancy guides venues through the full premises licence application process, from the initial consultation to approval. Its stated expertise covers Hackney, Essex and Greater London, among other areas, and the work is oriented towards ensuring that an application meets all licensing objectives and addresses potential concerns raised during the process.

Alcohol licences and regulated entertainment form part of this offer, alongside late night refreshment. The firm frames its role as simplifying a process that operators often find burdensome, handling the application itself rather than limiting its involvement to advice.

Temporary event notices and event licensing

For one-off events, the consultancy prepares temporary event notices (TENs). It states that its knowledge of local authority requirements is intended to help applications be accepted quickly and without licensing delays, and that it can help resolve complications should a challenge arise. This service is presented as a way to let an event go ahead without the interruptions that licensing problems can cause.

Hearings, appeals and expert witness reports

Where a licence is contested, the firm represents clients at licensing hearings and appeals. It also produces expert witness reports for cases requiring professional testimony, drawing on the stated 30 years of Met Police licensing experience. The company says these reports and its hearing representation are respected by licensing committees and courts.

Compliance audits, risk management and training

The consultancy carries out compliance audits and risk assessments intended to protect an existing licence. Its approach is to identify potential issues before they escalate, provide staff training and help a venue maintain the standards expected by authorities, with the aim of preventing costly enforcement action.

Client feedback and track record

The site reports a rating of 5.0 on Google from 43 clients, which it presents as reflecting trust in London and beyond. It also refers to case studies and success stories in which clients overcame licensing challenges, although the substance of those cases is not detailed in the material reviewed. The company describes its approach as results-oriented and emphasises the combination of police background, professional membership and selected associates as the basis of its work.