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Important Notice: Closure of Licensing SAVI

Since our launch, Licensing SAVI has been proud to support thousands of venues across England and Wales in raising safety standards and reducing vulnerability within the night-time economy.

The initiative has operated for five years however, after review, is to close with effect from 30 April 2026.

·       Effective closure date: 30 April 2026

·       Existing accreditations: If a venue is currently accredited their Licensing SAVI accreditation status remains active for the remainder of their one-year accreditation period, with access to all assets. However they will not be able to renew their accreditation once it expires

·       New applications: We will not be accepting new accreditation applications from venues

Who to Contact Now:

·       For Licensing SAVI specific queries: Please contact 

·       For licensing advice & safety concerns: Please contact your local Police Alcohol Licensing Officer (PALO)

·       For regulatory or statutory enquiries: Please contact your Local Authority Licensing Team

Pubs and clubs in Cardiff city centre have seen a significant decrease in crime

- News

Pubs and clubs in Cardiff city centre have seen a significant decrease in crime, thanks to a new security initiative.

More than 20 venues have been working with South Wales Police on the Licensing Security and Vulnerability Initiative (Licensing SAVI) over the last 12 months,

In that time, there has been the following reductions:

  • 30% reduction in sexual assault
  • 30% reduction in assault with Injury
  • 23% reduction in drunk and disorderly

The Home Office backed scheme aims to provide advice and guidance for venues to provide a safe, welcoming, and more secure environment.

It was introduced in Cardiff in April 2023, and it is hoped more licensed venues will now sign-up to Licensing SAVI.

Inspector Justin Hardwick, from South Wales Police, said:“Cardiff has an excellent history of partnership working which has helped ensure that its night-time economy is safe as well as vibrant and welcoming.

“Some of the interventions used in the city centre are considered good practice and have been replicated by other police forces.

“Licensing SAVI is just one of the ways that businesses in the nighttime economy are helping to reduce crime and disorder, and to keep Cardiff safe.”

For more information visit www.licensingsavi.com