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BIIAB Level 2 Award for Personal Licence Holders

This qualification is designed for anyone who wishes to authorise the sale of alcohol in licensed premises in England and Wales. Passing this exam is a mandatory requirement for applying for a Personal Licence.

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Q1. Which of the following is one of the four statutory licensing objectives under the Licensing Act 2003?
  • A.  The promotion of public health
  • B.  The prevention of crime and disorder
  • C.  Maximising local authority revenue
  • D.  The encouragement of local business
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✓ Answer: B. The prevention of crime and disorder
The Licensing Act 2003 sets out four specific objectives, and 'the prevention of crime and disorder' is one of them.
Q2. Once granted, for how long does a Personal Licence remain valid?
  • A.  For 5 years, after which it must be renewed.
  • B.  For 10 years, after which it must be renewed.
  • C.  Indefinitely, unless it is surrendered, suspended, or revoked.
  • D.  Until the holder reaches the state pension age.
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✓ Answer: C. Indefinitely, unless it is surrendered, suspended, or revoked.
Following the Deregulation Act 2015, Personal Licences no longer expire and are valid indefinitely unless surrendered, revoked, or forfeited.
Q3. A qualifying members' club, such as a sports or social club, must meet certain conditions to be eligible for a Club Premises Certificate. Which of the following is a mandatory condition?
  • A.  It must have a minimum of 100 paying members.
  • B.  It must be established and conducted in good faith as a club.
  • C.  It must be open to the public for at least 10 hours per week.
  • D.  It must be affiliated with a national governing body.
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✓ Answer: B. It must be established and conducted in good faith as a club.
A core condition is that the club is genuine, with rules about membership and is not just a commercial business disguised as a club.
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The Licensing Objectives · 29
Personal Licences · 28
Premises Licences and Club Premises Certificates · 30
The Operating Schedule · 29
The Protection of Children from Harm · 30
Powers, Enforcement and Offences · 19
Temporary Event Notices · 20
Social Responsibility in Alcohol Retailing · 20
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The exam has 40 questions. Every Revision Robin mock uses the same 40-question format so your practice matches the real thing.
What is the pass mark for the BIIAB Level 2 Award for Personal Licence Holders?
You need 28 out of 40 correct to pass, which is about 70%. Our mocks mark you against this exact threshold.
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The test is timed at 60 minutes. Our full mock runs on the same clock so you can practise your pacing.
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