Western Cape Government Calls for Nominations for Board of New Liquor Authority

Western Cape Minister in charge of liquor regulation, Alan Winde, has called for nominations for the board of the Western Cape Liquor Authority. Members of the public have until 12:00 on Friday, 27 January, to submit nominations.

The Western Cape Liquor Authority is a newly established public entity brought about by the promulgation of the Liquor Act of 2008. It will take over from the current Western Cape Liquor Board, which is situated within the Department of Economic Development and Tourism, on 1 April 2012. It will be charged with regulating the legal liquor industry, including assessing new liquor licence applications and renewals. It will also be charged with taking action against establishments that contravene our liquor laws.

Board nominations forms can be obtained by calling 021 483 9279 or by e-mailing madeleine.mitchell@pgwc.gov.za.

Completed forms marked for the attention of Ms Labeeqah Schuurman may be sent as follows:

E-mail: liquor.admin@pgwc.gov.za (subject line WCLA NOMINATION FORM)
Fax: 021 483 8776
Hand delivery:
Tenth floor,
Waldorf building,
80 St Georges Mall,
Cape Town
By post:
PO Box 979,
Cape Town 8000