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SECURITY POLICY

At Why Not Nightclub, the safety, comfort, and enjoyment of our guests and staff are our top priorities.

Our security procedures are operated in accordance with Scottish licensing law, the Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005, and in line with the professional standards of the UK Security Industry Authority (SIA).
 

Entry Policy
 

  • All guests must be 18 years or older.
     

  • We operate a Challenge 25 policy – if you appear under the age of 25, you will be asked to provide proof of age.
     

  • Only the following original, valid and in-date forms of photo ID are accepted:

    • Passport

    • UK or EU/EEA photo card driving licence
       

  • We do not accept photocopies, digital images, or expired documents.
     

Security Screening
 

  • All guests are subject to security searches on entry and/or while inside the premises, in line with SIA guidelines.
     

  • Any prohibited items will be confiscated and may be reported to the police.
     

Behaviour Standards

To ensure a safe and enjoyable environment, all guests must:
 

  • Treat staff, security personnel, and other customers with respect.
     

  • Follow all reasonable instructions given by staff or security.
     

  • Refrain from abusive, aggressive, discriminatory, or threatening behaviour.
     

  • Not be in possession of illegal substances or weapons.
     

  • Not engage in drunken, disorderly, or unsafe conduct.
     

Right to Refuse or Remove
 

  • Management and SIA-licensed security staff reserve the right to refuse entry or remove any person from the premises at any time if their behaviour or condition is deemed unsafe, disruptive, or in breach of this policy.
     

  • No refunds will be given if removal is necessary.
     

  • Where appropriate, incidents will be reported to Police Scotland.


CCTV

For the safety of guests and staff, CCTV operates throughout the venue in accordance with data protection law.


Your Cooperation

By entering Why Not Nightclub, you agree to abide by this policy.

These measures are in place to protect you, our staff, and the community, and to ensure that everyone enjoys their night in a safe environment.


Useful Links
 

Right to Refuse Entry or Service to Drunk or Aggressive Customers
 

Legal Basis in Scotland
 

  • Under the Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005, staff and management of licensed premises are allowed to refuse entry or service to anyone who appears to be intoxicated or behaving aggressively. This is considered a legitimate exercise of their duty to uphold the licensing objectives. 
     

  • Anyone refusing to leave when asked becomes a trespasser.
     

  • Such individuals can be lawfully ejected using only reasonable force.

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Offence for Customers Who Refuse to Leave Licensed Premises
 

  • Section 116 of the Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005 makes it an offence for a disorderly person to refuse or fail to leave licensed premises when requested by a responsible person or a constable.
     

  • The statutory guidance clarifies this includes refusal to leave even at closing time.
    Scottish Government.
     

  • The penalty for this offence, upon summary conviction, is a fine equivalent to Level 2 on the standard scale (up to £500).

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