Change a Designated Premises Supervisor (DPS)

A Designated Premises Supervisor (DPS) is the person named on a premises licence who is responsible for authorising the sale of alcohol at the premises.

The DPS must:

  • hold a personal licence
  • be 18 years or older
  • be clearly identifiable as the person in charge of alcohol sales

Documents you need

You must upload the following with your application:

  • a DPS consent form signed by the new DPS (this must contain a true signature)
  • a copy of the current premises licence

If you do not provide all required documents, the application will be deemed as incomplete, and the proposed changes will not come into effect.

Cost

The application fee is £23.

How to pay

  1. Go to the payment portal
  2. Choose Licensing from the All categories drop-down menu
  3. Select Apply
  4. Choose Premises Licence – Variation / Amendment / Copy
  5. Make your payment

Pay to change a designated premise supervisor

You will receive a payment receipt reference. You must enter this reference on your application form.

How to apply

You can apply online using the Change of Designated Premises Supervisor form.

Apply to change a DPS

What happens next

When we receive your application, it will be sent to:

  • Greater Manchester Police
  • Home Office

They have 14 days (from the date they are notified) to make any representations.

If no representations are received, your application will be granted and the amended licence issued.