If an application for a licence is refused, the applicant may apply for a hearing by the

• A. Licence Appeal Tribunal
• B. Court of Appeal
• C. Ombudsman
• D. Regulatory Board

Answer: (A)

When a licensing decision is challenged, the Licence Appeal Tribunal provides the proper forum for a hearing. It is a specialized, independent body that reviews refusals and other licensing decisions, allowing the applicant to present evidence and have the decision re-examined under the applicable rules. This setup ensures a fair, formal review of the licensing authority’s decision.

The Court of Appeal would not be the right venue for the initial hearing on a licence refusal; it reviews decisions after an actual court judgment and typically on legal grounds, not administrative hearings. The Ombudsman handles complaints about government processes but does not conduct formal license-hearing proceedings. A Regulatory Board is usually the body that issues licenses and enforces rules, not the forum for appeals of refusals.