Organization : Singapore Police Force
Facility : Apply For Public Entertainment Licence
Country : Singapore
Website : https://www.police.gov.sg/e-Services/Police-Licences/Public-Entertainment-Licence
SPF Apply For Public Entertainment Licence Singapore
** To combat the rise in local Covid-19 cases, the Multi-Ministry Taskforce (MTF) has announced that the nation will adopt Phase 2 (Heightened Alert) SMMs from 22 July 2021 to 18 August 2021.
Related / Similar Service : SPF Submission of Medical Examination Form Singapore
** Accordingly, the SMMs for PE-licensed venues that are permitted to open have been updated. In particular, the permissible group size will be up to 2 persons and no dining-in will be permitted within establishments that provide food & beverage (F&B) services w.e.f 22 July to 18 August 2021; Annex A refers with the SMM updates highlighted in yellow.
** Nightlife PE venues must continue to remain closed. Nightlife establishments that wish to pivot to other permitted businesses or exit the industry may visit https://web.archive.org/web/20220926085518/https://covid.gobusiness.gov.sg/faq for more information on the support provided.
Enhancing Ventilation & Air Quality In Indoor Spaces
Licensees are also strongly encouraged to implement the recommended measures in the Guidance Note issued by the Building and Construction Authority, National Environment Agency and Ministry of Health, to enhance ventilation and air quality in indoor spaces via https://www.nea.gov.sg/our-services/public-cleanliness/environmental-cleaning-guidelines/advisories/guidance-on-improving-ventilation-and-indoor-air-quality-in-buildings-amid-the-covid-19-situation.
Liability & Responsibility of Licensees
** PE operators who do not comply with the above requirements may be liable for an offence under the COVID-19 (Temporary Measures) Act 2020 and may face a fine not exceeding $10,000 or imprisonment for a term not exceeding 6 months, or both, for the first offence.
Higher penalties of a fine of not exceeding $20,000 or imprisonment for a term not exceeding twelve months, or both, will apply for subsequent offences.
Failure to comply with these requirements may also result in ineligibility for any Government support, such as rental rebates and wage support.
FAQs
1. Can I apply for an extension of operating hours if I am holding an ad-hoc licence?
If you are holding an ad-hoc licence and wish to apply for an extension of operating hours, you will have to submit a fresh application.
2. Can I apply for an extension of operating hours to my Public Entertainment licence?
If you are holding a regular establishment licence, you may apply for an extension of operating hours by submitting an application to update the licence details via GoBusiness. However, this does not apply to ad hoc licences.
3. Can I obtain a Public Entertainment licence on site at the Police Licensing and Regulatory Department?
You can only apply for a Public Entertainment licence via GoBusiness.
4. Do I need an approval to display a banner or a poster on promotions and activities in my public entertainment outlet?
You should obtain an advertisement licence from the Commissioner of Building Control & Construction Authority (BCA) before you display any banner or poster for all public entertainment activities that you organise.
5. Do I need to apply for a Public Entertainment licence if I plan for music and singing at a wedding dinner or a private celebration held in a hotel?
You do not need to apply for a licence if the wedding dinner or celebration is only intended for your invited guests and it is held in a room or hall where members of public are excluded.
However, if the dinner or celebration is held in an area which is accessible to members of the public, an arts entertainment licence from IMDA may be required. For more information, please visit IMDA website at https://www.imda.gov.sg/
Contact Information
For further queries, please contact the Police Licensing & Regulatory Department at Tel: 6835 0000 or via email at SPF_PLRD_PELLD [AT] spf.gov.sg.