FIRE London, one of the capital’s leading nightclub venues, has demonstrated its commitment to staff and customer safety, receiving a National Policing Award for Safety.

FIRE London achieved this accolade after successfully taking part in a police-led initiative to improve the safety and security of its premises for the benefit of staff, customers, and local communities.

Available to licensees as an on-line self-assessment, Licensing SAVI covers topics including responsible drinking, drugs misuse, preventing violent behaviour and safeguarding vulnerable customers, through to preventing opportunist theft and improving physical security, such as lighting and CCTV systems. Most measures included in Licensing SAVI can be introduced quickly and at little or no cost.

Licensing SAVI provides consistent standards, guidance and advice that licensed premises in Wales and England need to meet the requirements of the Licensing Act 2003 and promote the four Licensing Objectives: Prevention of Public Nuisance; Prevention of Crime and Disorder; Protection of Children from Harm; and Public Safety. Licensing SAVI also includes a non-assessed guidance section on counter terrorism.

FIRE London offers revellers a multi-roomed venue, featuring a quality programme of local and international bespoke events covering cutting edge house, techno, bass and more. The premises also features an outdoor terrace and bars, as well as covered queuing.

The venue is located close to the River Thames under Vauxhall railway arches, creating a unique and versatile cavernous space. They recently undertook the Licensing SAVI assessment and achieved the highest grade of 5 stars – a testament to the measures the team have implemented to ensure a safe and secure venue for staff, customers and the local community.

Mark Morgan, Business Manager, Licensing SAVI, said: “We at Licensing SAVI are delighted with FIRE London achieving a 5-star rating, which was never in doubt. Having met their Chief Executive Phillipe Chiarella a few times, it’s fantastic seeing and hearing his enthusiasm for safer socialising venues. He was heavily supportive of Licensing SAVI in the development stage and has also recently provided constructive feedback which has assisted us in ensuring that the content within Licensing SAVI is as current as it can be to support the industry. Well done to all at FIRE, keep up the great work.”