New Bill to Establish Liquor Licensing Compliance Directorate 2009
Source: Victoria. Minister for Consumer Affairs. Media Release
"A new bill introduced by the Brumby Government would result in better monitoring of licensed venues and an enhanced ability to enforce Victoria’s liquor laws. Consumer Affairs Minister Tony Robinson said the purpose of the Liquor Control Reform Amendment (Enforcement) Bill 2008 was to establish a civilian liquor licensing compliance directorate early next year.“Establishing a dedicated liquor licensing directorate is part of the Brumby Government’s comprehensive response to reduce irresponsible alcohol consumption and alcohol-fuelled crime and violence,” he said. Currently, enforcing liquor laws is the responsibility of Victoria Police. The new civilian compliance inspectors will provide enforcement support to Victoria Police, working in partnership with them and exercising similar powers to enforce liquor licensing laws. This will free up police resources to focus on more serious breaches of liquor laws and other crimes in and around licensed venues.”