Testimonials
Read some of the great things people have been saying about O’Brien Licensing and Training Services.
Read some of the great things people have been saying about O’Brien Licensing and Training Services.
www.conwy.gov.uk/licensing “The training courses on the Licensing Act and the Gambling Act were both excellent. They were well presented, enjoyable and meaningful for all present.”
www.cherwell.gov.uk “Another great day of training that was well received by the Councillors and Officers. One of the Councillors said how much she enjoyed the day, how informative she found it and that she felt that Michael’s style of presentation not only makes the subject matter interesting but also fixes it in your memory for recall at a later date.”
www.conwy.gov.uk/licensing “The training courses on the Licensing Act and the Gambling Act were both excellent. They were well presented, enjoyable and meaningful for all present.”
www.cherwell.gov.uk “Another great day of training that was well received by the Councillors and Officers. One of the Councillors said how much she enjoyed the day, how informative she found it and that she felt that Michael’s style of presentation not only makes the subject matter interesting but also fixes it in your memory for recall at a later date.”
We know you need confidence that you are meeting your obligations, which is why O’Brien Licensing can recommend local provider Tyro Training. Tyro provides certified Food Safety, Health & Safety and First Aid courses at a range of levels. Tyro also offers a range of NVQs helping to make sure your staff keep up to date and maintain your high standards.
Tyro provides the courses you need at their Scarborough training centre, at your site or through open courses at a location convenient to you. Contact 01723 588072 or see www.tyrotraining.co.uk for more information
We recently developed a working collaboration with Langleys Solicitors which is proving to be very successful.
Tel: 01904 610 886 Queens House, Micklegate, York YO1 6WG
St. George Security, Whitby – Rob Russell, Director
Tel: 01947 600412
“Within the last three years, thirty of our staff have attended the 4-day training course leading to the National Certificate for Door Supervisors. The SIA registered BIIAB course offered by O’Brien Licensing and Training Services is by far the best and most comprehensive we have found and Geoff Cooling is an excellent and knowledgeable trainer”
Middle Earth Tavern, Whitby – Jill Blackburn, Licence Holder
25-26 Church Street, Whitby YO22 4AE 01947 606014
“We had serious problems with customers wanting to use the wide outside pavement area, which wasn’t licenced and had presented a major problem for us with the Police and Licensing Authority. Michael obtained all the necessary licences and permissions from Scarborough Licensing & Planning Departments and North Yorkshire County Council Highways to enable us to increase our licenced area, including successfully representing us at the Licensing Committee hearing. The outcome was that the customers got what they wanted, specifically during the annual Folk week.”
Wynne-Hatton Leisure Organisation Ltd trading as Portland Bookmakers – John King, Director
Tel: 05600 768779
www.portlandbookmakers.co.uk “With help from Michael O’Brien we managed to secure a Premises Licence for a Betting Shop. The original application was turned down by the local council but Michael, working together with a Barrister, presented our case well in the Court of Appeal with the result that the licence was granted. We find Michael very knowledgeable in his field and he and his team are very professional in all their dealings with us. We particularly appreciate Michael’s readiness to travel down to London from his base in North Yorkshire whenever we need to meet him.”
Crown Spa Hotel, Scarborough – David Chambers, Operations Director Tel: 0800 072 6134
www.crownspahotel.com “We have a good working relationship with Michael and his staff at O’Brien Licensing and Training Services. They have taken care of everything associated with Licensing and removed all the pressure off us. Their knowledge and expertise is clearly demonstrated when dealing with the finer aspects of the law. With their help, all of our managers are now Personal Licence Holders, having done the BIIAB NCPLH course. We can highly recommend them.”
Scarborough Angling Club – Secretary Pauline Ellis
“We have worked with O’Brien Licensing and Training Services since 2005 when the new Licensing Act came into force. The company helped us gain the Club Premises Licence and obtain detailed plans of the club. It was great to have all the pressure taken off us. I have also attended one of O’Brien’s Training Courses to obtain my Personal Licence. Subsequently they helped us rewrite our rulebook as well as helping us secure a Performing Rights Society (PRS) Licence. We have always found the service top class and to a high standard and I would not hesitate in recommending Michael and his team to anyone.”
Crossbutts Stable Restaurant with Courtyard Rooms – John & Susan Morley, Proprietors
Tel: 01947 820986
www.cross-butts.co.uk “O’Brien Licensing and Training Services were extremely helpful and informative when starting out and made the whole process more straightforward. They keep us up to date with current legislation which continually helps to take our business forward.”
Wotton House, Dorking, Surrey – Mark Belone, General Manager
Tel: 01306 737200
www.wottonhousedorkingsurrey.co.uk “Michael took on our licence application half way through the process. With overwhelming opposition, we expected a challenge to our application. However, he was extremely thorough from the start and his professionalism at the Licensing Committee hearing helped us to secure a positive outcome to all parts of our complex licence. I would definitely recommend Michael and his team.”
Scarborough Rugby Club – Howard Acklam M.C.I.A.T. Chartered Architectural Technologist
Tel: 01723 351824
www.scarboroughrugby.co.uk “Michael O’Brien and his Staff put a lot of time and effort into the Licensing Application in connection with the development of new facilities for Scarborough Rugby Union Football Club. He liaised well with the Club, it’s Officers and its Agents and he clearly presented an appropriate case which was successful on the day. His deep knowledge of the licensing trade and correct procedures, were imperative in this particular case, which was made somewhat difficult due to numerous objections.”